Labourer - Lawn Cutting

Summary

Under the supervision of the lead hand, the incumbent will perform the tasks and be responsible for the operation of a tractor during our grass cutting activities along the rural roads in our municipality. The incumbent will perform all other tasks related to grass cutting.

Main Responsibilities

• Mow grass twice during the summer along roads in assigned area.
• Inspect and maintain equipment.
• Report tractor and/or equipment breakdowns.
• Cut brush along roadsides, pick up branches, mulch, mow in the woods and clean up roadside areas.
• Performs all other duties of a similar nature or of a general nature related to this position at the request of the lead hand.
• Occasionally: for road construction, drive a roller, traffic signalman, any other equipment related to this department.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

• At least 6 months of experience, but less than 1 year.
• Experience as a farm tractor operator (an asset).

Certification/Accreditation/Professional Order

• Chain saw license (an asset).
• First aid course, CPR, fire extinguisher, WHMIS.
• Valid class G driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Mechanical knowledge (an asset).
• Oral French and English (maintain a conversation in person).
• Good interpersonal, customer service, judgement, and problem solving skills.
• Good knowledge of the assigned village will be an asset.

Working Conditions

• Requires physical effort, (handling branches, patching, chainsaw).
• Be attentive, punctual, patient, reliable, honest, versatile, responsible and resourceful.
• Able to work in difficult climatic conditions (heat, humidity, etc.).

Details

Hours

• 40 to 44 hours per week

Compensation

• $30.49 per hour

Location

• Limoges
• Fournier

Contract Period

• May to September 2026

Additional Requirements

A criminal record check and a current driving record check must be provided upon hire.