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Applications are now being received for the Labourer/Driver position in the Operations Department. While all applications will be received, current members of CUPE 905 (Outside Workers) will be given first consideration. To apply for these positions, please submit your cover letter and resume on-line by July 19, 2026.
Job Description
Responsible to perform manual labour, generally as part of a crew, and to operate light and heavy duty vehicles/equipment and accessories/hand tools for roads maintenance/repair work as assigned.
Equipment operated includes tandem and single axle dump body, 5-tonne boom and 1-tonne trucks with hoist, tractors, mott mowers, 2-3 yard articulated loaders, plow and wing combination units with spreader control devices, accessory equipment such as trailers, hand mowers, trimmers, chainsaw, jackhammer, line-marking machine, sidewalk grinder both walk behind and ride on, etc. for purposes of maintenance and repair work related to roads, sidewalks/boulevards, culverts, curbs, catch basins, storm water management, barriers, snow removal, safety devices, etc.
Duties will include but are not limited to debris and garbage pick-up, grass cutting, asphalt/gravel patching, catch basin repair, sod repair and, fencing, traffic control and safety devices, etc.; and Winter Control operations including snow plowing/removal, sanding/salting, hand-shoveling, debris removal, etc.; for compliance with Division standards and Health & Safety policies and procedures. Overtime, shift work and rotational standby as assigned. Responsible to provide back-up support to other Operations Labourer/Drivers as directed; and for contributing to a positive, productive, healthy/safe and respectful work environment; and for fostering and modeling customer-service excellence.
Requirements
- High School Graduate or equivalent plus roads maintenance courses.
- Demonstrated experience in and working knowledge of roads maintenance, preferably in an urban growth environment; experience operating a range of light and heavy duty vehicles/equipment and hand tools, and with Winter Control operations.
- Knowledge of Minimum Maintenance Standards.
- Demonstrated skill in the operation of the following equipment will be considered an asset, tandem and single axle dump trucks as well as plow & wing combination units and spreader control devices for winter maintenance, operation of large articulated loaders, operation of 5-tonne or larger crane and boom truck.
- Ability to operate and perform routine maintenance & inspections on a full range of vehicles, equipment & tools as described above.
- Excellent work habits; good judgment; dependable, reliable, customer service attitude, time management, problem solving and record keeping skills required.
- Will be required to write knowledge test and road test.
- Valid DZ license and maintenance of Ontario Class DZ Driver's license required.
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Satisfactory driver’s abstract (No demerit points plus no more than 2 infractions - max of one moving and one non-moving conviction). May be required to participate in both written and road tests.
- Must be available for overtime and rotational stand-by as required.
- Must be physically able to perform the bona fide duties of the job including heavy lifting up to 50 lbs.
Core Behaviours
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Service Excellence: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
- Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
- Teamwork & Relationship Building: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
- Communication: Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
- Accountable & Results Oriented: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.
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Management & Leadership: Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example.
Core Values
At the City of Markham, our work is guided by a shared set of core values that shape how we serve our community and support one another.
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Service Excellence: the consistent delivery of high-quality efficient and customer-centric service that exceeds expectations.
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Accountability: our obligation to be responsible and accountable for our actions, decisions and performance.
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People-Focused: putting people first.
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Trust: the confidence we place in each other to act with integrity and fairness.
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Innovation: Investing in each other and the way we deliver our programs and services.
We are looking for candidates who bring these values to life through their actions, decisions, and leadership approach.
Conditions of Employment
As a condition of employment, you will be required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters check
AI Disclosure
At the City of Markham, we value transparency and fairness in recruitment. While our system (ADP Workforce Now) includes AI-powered features, we do not use AI to screen, assess, or select applicants. All evaluations are conducted by people.
The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please let us know if you require accommodation and we will work with you to ensure a barrier free hiring process.
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