Utility Worker (Up to 2 Positions) - Department of Facilities Management

Competition Number:
74E24
Position Type:
Staff Position
Closing Date:
Date of Posting:
Department:
Department of Facilities Management
Position:
Utility Worker (2)
Contract:
Full-time Term Position
Hours of Work:
37.5 hours per week (Mondays to Fridays 8 am to 4 pm)
Salary:

$50,378 per annum, as per IBEW 1928

Term:

ASAP 鈥� September 1, 2024

Employees in this class perform tasks related to the maintenance of grounds, equipment and buildings. Assignments are varied and are completed under the supervision of a senior maintenance employee according to approved procedures. Most tasks require a limited amount of training or previous experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
 

According to department requirements and priorities, duties may include:
 

  • Moving of heavy furnishings, supplies and equipment
  • Operation of snow removal and other automotive equipment
  • Gardening; care and cleaning of grounds
  • Waste disposal
  • General maintenance and operation of equipment required to carry out assignments
  • Must be available for on call work during winter months for snow removal. Will result in overtime
  • Other related duties as may reasonably be considered as coming within the duties of this class

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Grade 12 plus sufficient physical and manual capabilities to perform the work
  • An equivalent combination of training and experience
  • Minimum of three years鈥� experience preferred with various types of machinery, e.g., snow blowers, lawn mowers, lawn tractors, trucks with a plow blade
  • Valid driver鈥檚 license. (License to operate heavy equipment an asset)
  • Physical ability to do the essential duties of the position
  • May be required to obtain Federal Government security clearance

 

Application Instructions:

Please submit electronically a cover letter, quoting the competition number, a resume and reference list to be received no later than the closing date via the link below.

If you are unable to apply online, you can drop off your resume to the Human Resources Department, Kelley Building, 精童欲女, 550 University Avenue, Charlottetown, PEI C1A 4P3, Fax Number 902-894-2895.

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