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Temporary Labourer (Downtown) (Temporary Full Time for Approximately 4 Months)

Job Status:  Temporary Full-Time

Pay & Grade: $25.64 Hourly Grade/Band: NA

Hours of Work:40 Hours per week

Initial location: Kitchener Operations Facility

Posting period:October 16 to January 31, 2026 (at 6:00pm)

Overview

The Downtown Core temporary labourer will be part of a highly visible operational team in Downtown Kitchener throughout the winter term.  You will have frequent interaction with the public, business owners and the downtown community while performing daily routine operational tasks and duties.  The position will also provide operational support to seasonal events and winter maintenance of target core areas and amenities

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support to set up/takedown of seasonal events throughout the winter.
• Collect waste and empty waste receptacles.
• Pick litter and collect and remove sharps.
• Assist with the removal of graffiti.
• Assist with the setup/takedown of outdoor furniture.
• Perform inspections and carry out maintenance of Downtown Core infrastructure.
• Conduct inspections, record data using GIS mapping tools, and perform maintenance on Downtown Core infrastructure.
• Perform winter maintenance of specific Downtown core areas and amenities as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum Grade 12 diploma.
• Valid MTO class G driver’s license in good standing.
• Able to perform a variety of duties including manual labour.
• Flexible to work varying shifts, rotational duties, weekends and overtime as required.
• Ability to participate as an effective team member.
• Must have demonstrated communication/customer service skills and successfully pass applicable testing with an ability to keep accurate written records.
• Be prepared to be trained in the operation of all related equipment and work skills.
• Reliable with a good attitude and employment record.

Department/Division:Infrastructure Services, Parks and Cemeteries

Group: CUPE 68

Competition Number: 2025-384

Job Code: 5500

Number of positions: 3

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