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Student Labourer - Building Operations
Department: Assets and Project Management Departments
Designated Work Location: 510 Main Street
Position Type: Student, Full-time
Hours of Work: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday to Friday
Salary: $16.00 hourly, as per the Student Classification within the C.U.P.E Collective Agreement., and use based on 40 hour work week for Seasonal, Student
Employee Group: C.U.P.E.
Posting No.: 127104
Closing Date: June 29, 2026
Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.
Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits . We take pride in fostering a diverse , safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.
Flexible work arrangements, which may include flexible hours, remote work, or a hybrid of remote work may be available; subject to review and approval. Please note that Employees who are approved to work remotely are responsible for and must demonstrate that they are available to return to their Designated Work Location and/or other work location to attend meetings or attend other tasks that occur in person.
The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self-declare.
EDI is a factor in selection for this competition. Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Newcomers, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples will receive first consideration.
In accordance with the applicable collective agreement(s), recruitment and promotion provisions will be considered prior to applying equity strategies. Where permitted, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as members of the equity group(s) listed above.
Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.
Preference to internal applicants may be applied.
Job Profile
The Student Labourer works under the general supervision of the Foreman Grade 2 (Central Control) or the Supervisor of Building Operation Services and is responsible for the various outdoor duties and assignments, such as snow removal, litter control, assisting with special event set ups/take downs and general landscape/facility work on the property for various City owned properties.
Student Labourer positions will be required for the period of May through August with April 15th being the earliest start date and September 15th being the latest release date.
All applicants must be available to start work at short notice and intend on returning to school at the end of season.
As The Student Labourer You Will
- Performing Outdoor Property Maintenance.
- Assists with Setups/Takedowns for Special Events.
- Assists in Building Operations/Maintenance Work.
- Grade VIII or equivalent. Will be returning to school in the Fall.
- Experience working with property maintenance tools (power brooms, leaf blowers, material spreaders, shovels, rakes, etc.).
- Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with staff and members of the general public.
- Must be capable of following both oral and written instructions.
- Demonstrated ability to use both hand and power equipment used within this classification.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and the ability to observe safety rules and regulations.
- Ability and willingness to learn additional skills necessary for this classification.
- Ability to review and understand Safe Work Procedures and attend training in the proper use of power equipment used within the classification.
- Valid Province of Manitoba 5th Class Driver’s License is desired.
- IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://www.canalliance.org/en/ at application.
- The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
- Police Information Check (with vulnerable sector check) satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. To obtain a Police Information Check, please visi t www.winnipeg.ca/police .
- A Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) Level 3 Clearance will be required for applicable positions that access WPS facilities.
- Must be physically able to perform the duties of the position in all weather conditions.
APPLY ONLINE, including all documentation listed below:
- Current resume (Required).
- Applications submitted without REQUIRED documentation will not be considered.
- Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position.*
Online applications can be submitted at http://www.winnipeg.ca/hr/ . For instructions on how to apply and how to attach required documents please refer to our FAQ's or contact 311 .
Position Reports To: Supervisor of Building Operation Services
Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
