Labourer 1 - (Internal/External- #26/013) (Summer Seasonal & Temporary Positions)

An Exciting Opportunity to Serve Your Municipality!

About our community:

Boasting a high quality of life and standard of living, Prince George has all the amenities of a large city mixed with the friendliness and appeal of a smaller community. It is a regional centre for close to 326,000 people for shopping, education, health care, the arts, and sports. Prince George's central location in the province offers work/life balance with unparalleled access to four-season outdoor recreation activities that are complemented by a full range of urban amenities and a comprehensive transportation infrastructure that connects residents, businesses, resources, and agricultural products to markets around the world. And it is only a short drive to almost anywhere in Prince George - spend less time commuting and more time doing what matters most to you! Discover all these opportunities and more!

About our organization:

The City of Prince George is committed to ensuring a positive, well-balanced work environment for its employees. With opportunities for employee training, wellness programs, and professional development the City of Prince George offers a safe and supportive workplace in which to serve our community.

About the opportunity:

We are developing a contingency list for summer seasonal and temporary summer opportunities in the Labourer 1 position over the 2026 season. In this position, your duties will include manual maintenance and construction work performed by the Civic Operations Department (Utilities, Roads & Fleet, and Parks & Solid Waste). Performing a variety of skilled tasks and varied manual work involving considerable physical effort and agility, you will be expected to work in a safe manner following all applicable safety rules, regulations, and procedures. Please attach a current driver's abstract to your application.

About your background:

You have completed Grade 10 or GED and bring previous general labour experience, along with the physical strength and stamina required for the role. You demonstrate the ability to safely and efficiently use tools and operate equipment, recognize and address safety hazards, and follow detailed oral and written instructions. A valid WorkSafeBC Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1 certification is considered an asset. A valid, full-privilege Class 5 BC driver's licence (or out-of-province equivalent) is required. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate must obtain and maintain a clear Police Information Check related to the position.

Why you will love working as a Labourer 1 at the City of Prince George:

• Serve our community with your strong customer service orientation and safe work practices.
• Enjoy a competitive wage of $36.61 per hour. Temporary positions receive 12% of gross pay in lieu of benefits. Seasonal positions are eligible for benefits and pension.

Temporary summer positions will end at the conclusion of the 2026 season and are not subject to recall.

Summer seasonal positions are subject to layoff, typically in October, and are recalled annually.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply by March 9, 2026 to:

Want to know more about this exciting career?

Please refer to the job description for more details!

Want to know more about living and working in Prince George?

Please visit: Move Up Prince George / City of Prince George

The City of Prince George thanks all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.