Labourer (CUPE) - Parks Internal

Job Posting

Job Title:              Labourer

Division:               Parks

Classification:   General Labourer

Salary:                  $27.83/hr

Benefits:               In accordance with Collective Agreement

Hours of Work:    Various shifts in accordance with the Collective Agreement

Position Status:   1 Full-time Temporary 12-month assignment.

*Full time, Regular employees that apply will not have a change in status and will have the right to return to their former position upon completion of the assignment*

Posted Internally: August 20, 2025

Closing Date:        August 27, 2025

Reporting to the Parks Supervisor, the Parks Labourer will be responsible for the maintenance and beautification of City owned outdoor recreation and leisure spaces such as parks, trails, beaches, open spaces, ball fields, docks etc., by performing a variety of semi-skilled and skilled labouring work including snow removal, mowing, trimming, shoveling, and gardening. The Parks Labourer will perform all duties in a safe manner and in accordance with the Ontario Health & Safety Act and the City of Kenora’s Health & Safety Policy. In addition, this position also provides leadership and guidance to junior laboring staff.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 or equivalent.


• Must possess and maintain a valid “G” Driver’s License and a clean driving record.


• Working knowledge of hand and power tools such as hammer, drill, saw, wrenches, sockets etc, preferred.


• Experience using and safe operation of equipment for brushing and tree-trimming, lawn maintenance and grass cutting equipment, and small tools preferred.


• Chainsaw certification considered an asset.


• Ability to work independently.


• Ability to get along well with others including supervisors, co-workers, members of the public and other partners in service.


• Must be physically fit and able to lift and carry 50 lbs. frequently and occasionally up to 100 lbs.


• Must be able to stand and or walk for long periods of time. Ability and willingness to work in varying climate conditions.


• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.


• Follows departmental operating policy and procedures, and provincial regulations regarding health, safety and work practices.


• Works independently and proactively to ensure work is processed quickly and efficiently and that deadlines are met.


• Must be able to be available for overtime and call-ins.

The City of Kenora is an equal opportunity Employer and committed to building a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the community we serve. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable employment, including but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized communities or visible minorities, persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities, diverse sexual and gender identities, orientations and/or expressions, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

The City of Kenora is committed to providing accommodation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation, please advise the Human Resources department in advance to ensure your participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted