Road Maintenance Worker
Competition Number: 25/65
Posting Scope: Internal (Open to current City of Victoria employees only)
Posted Date: April 1, 2025
Closing Date: April 8, 2025, 4:30 PM PST
Department: Engineering & Public Works
Posting Type: Continuous (Regular Full-Time)
Work schedule: Monday to Friday (40 hour work week)
Salary: $ 34.35 per hour, Pay Grade 7 (under review)
Job Code: 653
Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 position
Number of Vacancies: 1
POSITION FUNCTION
Perform various road maintenance functions related to pavement maintenance and restoration.
DUTIES
Prepare job sites for paving by breaking up damaged edges or failures with a cutsaw or jackhammer; read site plans and assist excavation equipment operator by hand locating underground services; breakout and repair or replace castings with a jack hammer; shovel and rake materials such as gravel, concrete and asphalt to required grades and depths; operate equipment such as powered tampers or vibratory rollers to compact gravel and finish roll hot asphalt; operate drying equipment such as infrared heaters or hand torches; operate spray kettles and crack seal unit; operate a crane equipped service truck and Thermolay hot box truck to transport materials, equipment and crew.
Assist in setting up and taking down of traffic control signage and delineators; perform flagging duties as required.
Perform snow and ice control functions using a skid steer loader or a service truck equipped with a sand/salt unit and snowplow.
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned equipment, by checking items such as fluid levels, belts, hoses and lights; report accidents and damage repairs to supervisor and mechanic shop; refuel trucks and equipment as required; check first aid and safety equipment; fill out daily equipment log and time sheets.
Perform related duties where qualified.
INDEPENDENCE
Work is assigned and reviewed by supervisor.
Problems are referred to supervisor.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Effort:
Shovel, rake hot asphalt and jack hammer. (frequent)
Lift and move heavy materials and equipment. (frequent)
Mental Effort:
Normal.
Visual/Auditory Effort:
Normal.
Work Environment:
Work outside in all weather conditions. (continuous)
Exposure to dust, vibration and equipment noise. (frequent)
Work on construction sites. (continuous)
Work in close proximity to moving traffic. (frequent)
KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Understand and apply the techniques of asphalt raking and pavement maintenance.
Use hand tools, instruments and operate power equipment.
Read and interpret engineering drawings, utility information sheets and grade sheets.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Work and operate equipment safely.
QUALIFICATIONS
Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:
High school graduation.
Snow and Ice Removal Certification. (12 hours)
Current and valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's Licence.
Experience:
2 years of experience in road construction and maintenance.
or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
OTHER:
May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.
To apply for this opportunity, you will need to create an online profile or log back into our career portal at www.victoria.ca/jobs - only online submissions will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 4:30 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications as outlined in your resume.
The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.
If you require assistance, please email us at careers@victoria.ca.