Engineering Operations - Roads Labourers

Temporary Full-Time Seasonal Opportunities Available

The City of Delta’s Engineering Operations Department provides essential services to the three communities:
Ladner, North Delta, and Tsawwassen. We are seeking reliable, self‑motivated, safety conscious individuals to join our Roads team in temporary full‑time seasonal positions.

These positions support both Roads Maintenance and Roads Traffic / Right‑of‑Way Operations, depending on operational needs. Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Road and asphalt repairs, including pothole patching and surface maintenance
• Assisting with concrete, curb, and roadway repairs
• Line painting and roadway marking support
• Sign installation, repair, and maintenance

• Litter control along roadways and in rights‑of‑way
• Walkway, sidewalk, and boulevard maintenance, including weed control, vegetation trimming, litter pick‑up, and basic safety inspections.
• General labour tasks in support of Engineering Operations

Work involves performing duties safely in all weather conditions and in and around active roadways, as well as interacting with the public in a professional and courteous manner.

A valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence with a safe driving record is required, along with familiarity with driving pickup trucks or larger vehicles. Applicants must submit a current Driver’s Record (five‑year history) with their application. Applications submitted without a Driver’s Record will be deemed incomplete and will not be considered. Preference may be given to candidates who have completed training or courses related to public works.

Successful candidates will be selected based on experience and skills related to the position.

The City of Delta provides a competitive salary of $32.93 to $34.04 (2024 Rate), depending on the position awarded. Temporary full‑time employees become eligible for extended health, dental, and life insurance coverage after six months of continuous employment.

As positions have a variety of start dates, applications will be reviewed, and hiring will occur throughout the posting period.

At the City of Delta, we are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce that is representative of our community, providing equal opportunity and fostering an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are recognized, valued and celebrated.