Concrete Finisher’s Assistant
Competition Number: 25/149
Posting Scope: Internal (Open to current City of Victoria employees only)
Posted Date: August 12, 2025
Closing Date: August 19, 2025, 4:30 PM PST
Department: Engineering & Public Works
Posting Type: Temporary - up to 8 months
Work schedule: Monday to Friday (40 hour work week)
Salary: $32.09 per hour, Pay Grade 4
Job Code: 634
Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 position
Number of Vacancies: 2
POSITION FUNCTION
Assist in the construction of forms and placing of concrete for curbs, gutters and sidewalks.
KEY DUTIES
Operate various hand and power equipment such as shovels, jackhammers and concrete saws to prepare sites for concrete work such as sidewalks, curbs, gutters and driveways; lift and load broken concrete; erect, strip and clean forms; operate vehicle to pick up and deliver construction materials; act as padman to direct the operation of various construction and excavation equipment.
Assist in constructing forms to grades and alignments established from grade sheets and control points; assist with setting pins and arms to control the alignment of the curb extruder.
Place concrete by shovelling and levelling; assist with first stage jointing and edging; apply various curing compounds; assist in finishing exposed aggregate concrete by brooming and clean-up, and other activities such as pattern stamping, setting castings, electrical boxes, post sleeves, and interlocking pavers.
Perform related duties where qualified.
INDEPENDENCE
Work is assigned by supervisor and reviewed while in progress.
Problems are referred to supervisor.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Effort:
Shovel, rake, load and dig heavy materials (often)
Build forms, place and finish concrete. (often)
Operate jackhammers, cut-off saws, plate tampers and compactors. (occasional)
Mental Effort:
Normal.
Visual/Auditory Effort:
Normal.
Work Environment:
Work outside in all weather conditions. (continuous)
Exposure to equipment noise. (often)
Work on construction sites. (continuous)
Work in moving traffic (occasional)
KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Understand and discuss job related matters.
Operate various power equipment and hand tools.
QUALIFICATIONS
Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:
Grade 10.
Current and valid class 5 B.C. Driver’s licence.
Experience:
1 year of related experience.
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.