Public Works Maintenance I

Public Works Maintenance I

Full-Time, Temporary, Seasonal (Up to 4 positions)

Posted September 4, 2025

The City of Fernie is inviting qualified applicants for up to four (4) positions of Public Works Maintenance I- Full-Time, Temporary, Seasonal (Winter), in the Public Works Department.  Employment for this position will be full-time, temporary, will require shift work, and will be part of CUPE Local 2093.

Reporting to the Manager of Public Works or their delegate, Public Works Maintenance I is responsible for assisting in the day-to-day duties of maintaining municipal infrastructure and providing city services. Position requires a self-motivated team player with high internal drive. Tasks generally include maintenance and construction activities on roads, sidewalks, utilities, and drainage facilities, with limited supervision. Public relations and interpersonal skills are essential to work with the public. The position is physically demanding and labor intensive with the requirement to work shift work.  Role tasks are routine in nature and vary seasonally.

In addition to Public Works Labourer duties;

• Performs manual labour such as pothole patching, hand-sweeping, solid waste pickup, landscaping, sidewalk maintenance, watercourse cleaning, and other routine public service tasks.
• Use of hand tools, powered tools, and equipment efficiently and safely.
• Performs duties related to snow and ice control in accordance with policy.
• Operates various light and medium-public works equipment.
• Trains on and operates various heavy-duty public works equipment, including, but not limited to, a wheel-loader, sander, tandem, grader etc.
• Completes daily inspections, performs minor maintenance and cleaning on all city equipment in accordance with procedure and policy.
• Efficiently and accurately completes paperwork, logs, records, collects, and reviews data.
• Works in accordance with the City of Fernie’s Safety Management System.
• Identify underground service markings and traffic signs.
• Complete training and educational coursework for related duties. Completes EOC training.
• Assists Journeyperson(s) and Utility departments where required.
• Other related duties may be assigned from time to time.

Required Qualifications

• A valid Class 3 BC Driver’s License (with airbrakes) obtained through an approved training course

OR

• Class 3 license (with airbrakes) with 5 years driving experience.
• N print Drivers Abstract.
• Previous related municipal experience.
• Basic computer skills with ability to use smart phones and tablets.

• Effective time management skills with ability to take initiative under limited supervision.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with adaptability.

• Effective communication skills; both verbal and written.
• Experience working around heavy construction equipment.
• Understanding and ability to identify problems within electrical and mechanical systems and equipment.

• Critical thinking skills with an ability to proactively troubleshoot.

• Experience operating Graders, Loaders, Tandem trucks, backhoe and similar heavy-duty equipment.
• Valuable training and certificates: Fall arrest, Forklift, First AID, WHIMIS, Ground Disturbance
• Leadership, decision making, troubleshooting skills and initiative.

Physical Demands

• Bending, climbing, twisting the body
• Making repetitive motions
• Handling material manually, with heavy manual labour
• Sitting
• Standing

Environmental Conditions

• Extreme temperatures; outside, exposure to all weather including sun, snow, rain, ice.
• Working alone
• Standard and specialized safety equipment
• Hazardous equipment, machinery, hand, and power tools
• In an enclosed vehicle or equipment, at heights
• Noise and vibration
• Dangerous chemical substances and biological substances

JOB POSTING

The above description reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions and duties as required for proper evaluation of the job and will not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job. Employees may perform other related duties and tasks as required to meet the needs of the operation.

Employment for this position will be Full-Time, Temporary. This is a seasonal, unbenefited position. The rate of pay is $40.65/hour. This is a unionized position and will be a part of CUPE 2093 local. This position is required to work shift work.

This position is posted internally and externally concurrently. Detailed applications containing resume and cover letter should be received by 12:00 PM September 25,2025 and be addressed to: Brad Bjarnason careers@fernie.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Brad Bjarnason, Assistant Manager of Public Works

P.O. Box 190, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0 or

careers@fernie.ca

The City of Fernie strives to ensure that its employment practices are free from direct and indirect discrimination and is committed to upholding the human rights of those participating in the hiring process. In pursuit of this commitment, City of Fernie will not condone or tolerate any acts of discrimination or harassment under any of the grounds protected under human rights legislation. This commitment extends to the hiring process and throughout the course of employment.

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