Road Maintenance Assistant (Peak Season)
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Job Summary
Job Description
Road Maintenance Assistant
Competition Number: 26/45
Posting Scope: Internal / External
Posted Date: February 26 2026
Closing Date: March:30 PM PST
Department: Engineering & Public Works
Work schedule: Monday to Friday from 7:00am-3:30pm (40-hour work week); Temporary up to 8 months
Salary: $ 32.09 per hour Pay Grade 4
Job Code: 614
Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 position
Number of Vacancies: 4
POSITION FUNCTION
Operate a variety of construction related power equipment and vehicles.
KEY DUTIES
Assist with entry level tasks related to construction and maintenance of asphalt and concrete road surfaces such as preparing cuts prior to basing pouring of concrete and ensuring road edges are clean; prepare job sites; shovel gravel and base materials; assist in levelling asphalt provide blocks and wedges to Leadhand in order to set castings. Padman for excavation equipment.
Operates various equipment such as breaker cracksealer vibratory tamper jackhammer compactor cut-off saw cart saw air compressor power-washer and coring machine; operate a vehicle to transport equipment and materials.
Perform pre- and post- trip inspections by checking items such as fluid levels belts hoses and lights; perform daily inspection of power equipment; report repairs needed and damage to supervisor and mechanics shop; check first aid and safety equipment; fill out daily equipment logs.
Perform related duties where qualified.
INDEPENDENCE
Work is assigned and reviewed by supervisor.
Problems are referred to supervisor.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Effort:
Lift and move heavy materials and equipment. (frequent)
Shovel rake hot asphalt and dig. (frequent)
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. (frequent)
Work on construction sites. (continuous)
Work in close proximity to moving traffic. (frequent)
KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Understand and carry out job related instructions.
Use hand tools and power equipment.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Work safely on job sites.
QUALIFICATIONS
Formal Education Training and Occupational Certification:
Grade 10.
Current and valid Class 5 B.C. Drivers 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 youwill need to create an online profile or log back into our career portal at - 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.
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Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Time Management
- Hand Tools
- HVAC
- Cleaning Experience
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Property Maintenance
- OSHA
- Maintenance
- Painting
- Plumbing
- Heavy Lifting
- Power Tools
