Labourer, Operations

Job Title: Labourer

Division: Planning & Operations

Number of Openings: Two (2)
Employment Type: Casual, Fixed-Term

Work Schedule: Up to 40 hours per week, typically Monday to Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., with flexibility based on operational requirements

Application Deadline: November 13, 2026
Start Date: November 20, 2026
End Date: January 31, 2027

Join Our Team

The Town of Devon is seeking two dependable, hardworking, and safety-conscious individuals to join our Planning & Operations team as Casual Fixed-Term Labourers, Operations.

This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, staying active, and gaining hands-on experience in municipal operations. As part of our team, you will help maintain and support roads, sidewalks, stormwater systems, utilities, Town-owned assets, and other municipal infrastructure that residents and businesses rely on every day.

What You'll Do

Roads, Stormwater & Municipal Maintenance

• Assist with the maintenance and repair of municipal roads, stormwater infrastructure, grounds, and other public assets.
• Perform asphalt pothole repairs and other roadway maintenance activities.
• Assist with sidewalk and municipal asset inspections and report identified deficiencies.
• Remove fallen trees, branches, debris, and other obstructions as directed.
• Assist with snow and ice control and other seasonal maintenance activities.
• Support cemetery setup and maintenance activities.

Equipment, Vehicles & Operational Support

• Assist with the inspection, installation, repair, replacement, and maintenance of municipal signage.
• Support preventative maintenance and routine servicing of vehicles and equipment.
• Assist with greasing, filter changes, fluid checks, equipment inspections, and minor repairs.
• Perform general shop, yard, and grounds maintenance, including cleaning and organization.
• Safely use tools and equipment required to complete assigned work.

Utilities & Solid Waste

• Assist qualified staff with the installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of municipal water and natural gas infrastructure.
• Assist with water meter and remote reading device installation, replacement, testing, maintenance, and repair.
• Support natural gas main, service, and meter work under appropriate supervision.
• Repair, replace, deliver, and maintain residential waste carts.
• Complete required documentation and records associated with assigned work.

Safety & Teamwork

• Follow Town policies, safe work procedures, and applicable Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
• Use required personal protective equipment and equipment safely.
• Identify and report hazards, incidents, maintenance concerns, and operational issues.
• Work collaboratively and respectfully with coworkers, supervisors, contractors, and members of the public.
• Complete assigned work safely while adapting to changing operational priorities.

Qualifications & Experience

Required Qualifications

• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• High school diploma or currently enrolled in high school.
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's License.
• Ability and willingness to perform physical work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to safely use hand tools and equipment.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
• Ability to follow instructions, work cooperatively as part of a team, and respond to supervisor direction.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact professionally with Town staff and the public.
• Dependable, punctual, reliable, and willing to learn.
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check as a condition of employment.

Assets

• Previous labour, maintenance, construction, landscaping, or public works experience.
• Experience operating light or medium-duty equipment under supervision.
• Familiarity with municipal operations, utilities, or infrastructure maintenance.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta Driver's License with Q Air Brake endorsement.
• PME training or experience.
• Gas utility training or certification.
• Interest in public works, trades, utilities, or municipal service.

Previous related experience is considered an asset; however, the position is also suited to individuals interested in developing practical municipal operations skills through training and on-the-job learning.

Working Conditions

This position is primarily performed outdoors and requires:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, and manual labour.
• Working in varying weather and environmental conditions.
• Working around traffic, noise, dust, construction activities, utilities, vehicles, equipment, and active work areas.
• Using hand tools, equipment, and required personal protective equipment.
• Lifting and moving materials weighing up to 50 lbs. (23 kg).
• Occasional evening, weekend, or emergency-response work based on operational requirements.

This position is designated as safety-sensitive and requires sound judgment, situational awareness, and strict adherence to safe work practices.

Compensation

$21.96 to $26.23 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.

Why Work for the Town of Devon?

At the Town of Devon, you'll gain practical experience supporting the municipal infrastructure and services that residents and businesses rely on every day. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced Operations staff while developing hands-on skills in infrastructure maintenance, utilities, equipment, workplace safety, and municipal service.

Apply Today

If you are dependable, safety-conscious, enjoy hands-on outdoor work, and want to gain practical experience in municipal operations, we encourage you to apply.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their application through the Town of Devon's online applicant tracking system.

As a condition of employment, successful candidates must provide:

• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check; and
• A satisfactory Driver's Abstract.

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