Yard Labourer - Night

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully. #Yard Attendant

Union: CUPE Local 5167

Interested applicants please submit your application online at by 4:00 p.m. on February 18, 2026.

This posting will be used to fill current vacancies

External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Performs maintenance, inspections and minor repairs as required on City vehicles and small tools/equipment directly related to the Roadway Maintenance yard. Works in accordance to applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton Corporate and Departmental Policies and Procedures. Performs duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the District Yard Attendant.

Pick up and deliver trucks and small equipment for scheduled and emergency repairs as directed or required. Receives, stock materials & is accountable for accurate receipting and inventory.

Updates and audits inventory of all material, equipment, and tools such as but not limited to hand tools, critical tools, traffic control signage and equipment & stock materials. Complete inventory checks of hand tools, small tools and stock materials and submits to Supervisor as per deadlines assigned. Assist with year-end yard inventory counts and documentation. Properly investigate the discrepancies to complete the inventory counts.

Performs regular Inspections, repairs and maintenance on small tools, equipment and fleet vehicles as directed or required. Operate & maintain hand and power tools for which the Yard Attendant is adequately trained and or certified to do so. Equipment may include, but not limited to wrenches, ratchets, drills, grinders, pumps, oxy & acetylene torches, generators and gas-powered equipment i.e., grass trimer or chainsaw.

Provide feedback on tools/equipment performance and quality. Communicate the need/demand for new inventory to Supervisor.

Operate front end loader, backhoe, crew cab or dump truck, dump truck with plow/wing as directed or required. Responsible to wear all applicable personal protective equipment as assigned or required as per work being performed.

Performs labouring and driving duties such as but not limited to climbing, lifting, balancing, kneeling, stooping, walking and handling of materials.

Interacts with the general public, colleagues, representatives of other agencies, supervisors, suppliers, and co-workers in a courteous and respectful manner, while demonstrating the City of Hamilton’s Corporate Cultural pillars. Ability to prioritize duties or tasks as assigned and works well independently or in a team environment with minimal supervision. Responds to emails in timely manner, updates electronic spreadsheets and logs, and other computerized documents Works with competent knowledge in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.

Technical knowledge of various types of machines, equipment and tools required. Must be capable of performing various maintenance tasks related to vehicle maintenance, such as but not limited to changing “Mechanical Sweeper” replacement parts and accessories (street cleaning brooms) plow blades, plow harness, push arms etc.

Demonstrated experience operating front end loader, weight scale i.e., load rite/e-z scale, dump truck with plow/wing, interchanging loader attachments i.e. forks, bucket. Certificate of training on equipment would be considered an asset. Backhoe experience would also be considered an asset.

Demonstrated mechanical knowledge and experience related to use, diagnostic & repair of small tools/equipment.

Ability to accurately complete various logs, inventory counts, documents, inspection forms and other administrative information, both electronic and paper versions. Must possess the skills to maintain an accurate inventory record of all materials, tools and equipment used in Road Operations and Maintenance.

Must be able to work with Road and Maintenance materials such as but not limited to asphalt, concrete, granular, topsoil. I.S, legislation, 70 hours Service Regulations, Book 7 Traffic Control, Highway Traffic Act, Minimum Maintenance Standards, and Lock out procedures.

Must have solid interpersonal skills required to assist and respond with all scenarios and situations regarding the general public, co-workers, supervisors and any other stakeholders etc.

Winter operations includes to work beyond 8-hour work shift, overtime, call outs, weekends, nights etc. Oxy-acetylene torch training & familiarity as an asset.

Must be proficient and have demonstrated working knowledge in the use of computers, smart phones, tablets, other electronic devices and various software programs; Word, Excel, Microsoft Outlook, windows search tools, and other programs.

Previous inventory management experience preferred.

THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.

Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.