Maintenance Worker I: Town of Shaunavon Public Works - Temporary Full Time
TOWN OF SHAUNAVON
JOB POSTING
POSITION: Maintenance Worker 1 (Temporary Full-Time)
DEPARTMENT: Operations – Public Works
REPORTS TO: Director of Public Works
UNION AFFILIATION: SEIU-West
POSTING DATE: July 29, 2026
CLOSING DATE: August 11, 2026 at 4:00 PM
POSITION PURPOSE
The Town of Shaunavon is seeking a dependable and hard-working individual to join our Operations Department as a Temporary Full-Time Maintenance Worker 1 . This temporary position is being posted to cover an extended medical leave within the Public Works division.
Under the direction of the Director of Public Works, the Maintenance Worker 1 performs semi-skilled manual labor and operational tasks related to the maintenance and repair of the Town’s roads, streets, water distribution system, sanitary sewer collection system, and stormwater drainage infrastructure.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (ROADS & UTILITIES)
Water & Wastewater Utilities: Assist with the routine maintenance, installation, and repair of the water distribution system and sanitary sewer collection network.
Roads & Streets Maintenance: Perform street maintenance including pothole patching, asphalt/gravel repairs, curb and sidewalk repairs, and street sign installation/maintenance.
Winter & Drainage Operations: Assist with seasonal winter road operations, including snow clearing/removal, spreading sand or salt, and keeping drainage gutters and culverts clear.
Equipment & Vehicle Operation: Safely operate light-to-medium trucks, single-axle vehicles, hand tools, power tools, and basic Public Works equipment.
Equipment Maintenance: Perform routine safety and maintenance inspections of vehicles, tools, and equipment.
Manual Labor: Perform heavy manual labor in all weather conditions, including digging, shoveling, raking, hauling, and manual trench work.
Safety & Compliance: Recognize occupational hazards in work activities and strictly follow safety precautions and OH&S standards.
Perform other related public works duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Driver’s License: Valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean driving abstract. (Class 3 Driver’s License with Air Endorsement is considered an asset).
Experience: Previous work experience in municipal public works, civil construction, utility maintenance, or heavy manual labor is an asset.
Skills & Abilities:
Demonstrated experience using common hand tools and standard equipment used in maintenance work.
Ability to understand and effectively carry out verbal and written instructions.
Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills when dealing with co-workers and the public.
Water/Wastewater certification assets (Class 1 or 2 Water/Wastewater) are considered an asset.
WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Demands: This is moderate/heavy work requiring the exertion of up to 100 pounds of force. Physical activities include climbing, balancing, stooping, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, reaching, grasping, and repetitive motions. Requires strenuous manual labor including digging, shoveling, sweeping, raking, hauling, crawling, bending, twisting, and walking on rough terrain for extended periods.
Environmental Conditions: Work is primarily performed outdoors and involves daily exposure to extreme cold, extreme heat, rain, snow, dust, dirt, noise, vibration, wet/humid conditions, grease/oils, fumes, moving parts of machinery, and extreme weather conditions.
TERM & TERMINATION CONDITIONS
Position Term: This is a Temporary Full-Time position commencing as soon as possible, expected to last approximately 3 to 6 months , or until the return of the regular incumbent, whichever occurs first.
Wages & Benefits: Wages and working conditions are set in accordance with the current SEIU-West Collective Bargaining Agreement under the Maintenance 1 wage classification.
End of Term / Termination Clause: This temporary appointment is subject to completion of operational requirements or the return of the regular employee. The Town reserves the right to conclude or adjust the temporary term at any time upon written notice or upon the early return of the regular incumbent. The conclusion of this temporary contract shall not constitute a layoff or entitle the employee to severance pay beyond the provisions of the SEIU-West Collective Bargaining Agreement.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications by August 11, 2026 at 4:00 PM to:
Town of Shaunavon Office | Attention: Director of Public Works:
Mail: P.O. Box 820, Shaunavon, SK S0N 2M0 or Email: publicworks@shaunavon.com
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.