NOW HIRING!!!!

The Corporation of the Town of Rainy River

Public Works Department

One (1) Vacancy

JOB TITLE: Probationary Labourer                                            

DEPARTMENT: Public Works

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Utility 1 personnel are responsible for the operation of mobile equipment in the construction and maintenance of municipal roads and facilities.  The employee will also be required to rotate through the Water Treatment Plant dependent on the level of training the employee has received. Training will be provided to the successful applicant as necessary.

REPORTS TO:     

Foreman or in their absence the Acting Foreman

MAJOR EQUIPMENT UTILIZED:

Dump truck, snow plow truck and attachments, sander, backhoe, bobcat with various attachments, lawn mowers, chainsaw, hand tools and maintenance tools.

RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the municipality’s vehicles and equipment related to roads and sidewalks, facilities, parks, trails, playgrounds and fields;

·         Perform routine maintenance on equipment and facilities;

·         Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety requirements;

·         Complete the necessary training to obtain and maintain water treatment plant operator classification up to a Class II operator;

·         Some overtime will be required mainly in relationship to operations at the water treatment plant, snow removal, and special projects; and

·         Perform other duties as assigned by the Foreman

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS WITH THE FOLLOWING:

·         Ontario Secondary School Diploma (mandatory);

·         Experience as a heavy equipment operator on a variety of equipment;

·         Good interpersonal skills to work with the public, council, coworkers and outside agencies and contractors;

·         Working knowledge of municipal legislation, regulations, policies and by-laws affecting road, public works, recreational facilities, water treatment and distribution and sewer collection and treatment;

·         College diploma in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience;

·         Heavy equipment Operator Certification;

·         Must be physically fit and able to climb and lift a minimum of 70 pounds;

·         First Aid, CPE and WHMIS certification;

·         Ability to follow health and safety policies, written and oral instructions and equipment operating manuals;

·         Perform manual labour

·         Competent computer skills and the ability to navigate through control displays on a variety of electronic equipment

·         Valid DZ license

·         Chainsaw certification

·         Surface Miner certification

·         Traffic Control Training certification

·         WHMIS certification

·         Class I Water Treatment Operator certification

WAGE:

$36.09 (CUPE 2026 rate)

Class 1 Certificate – additional $1.75 per hour

Class 2 Certificate – additional $2.00 per hour

This is a unionized position and governed under the articles found within the current CUPE contract. CUPE CONTRACT

CUPE Contract is available on website or upon request.

Please forward resume, along with any applicable training documentation/certifications to:

Utility 1 Position

Town of Rainy River

201 Atwood Avenue

Box 488

Rainy River, ON                 P0W 1L0

Or via email to:                 [email protected]

Or via fax:                           807-852-3553

CLOSING DATE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS: October 14^th 2026

CLOSING DATE FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: October 30th 2026

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CONTRACT

LANDFILL ATTENDANT/CARETAKER

Contract Position

The Town Council of the Corporation of the Town of Rainy River is now accepting submissions from individuals for the Landfill Attendant/Caretaker contract. 

Ideally the contract would begin November 1st, 2026. 

Preference for 2 year contract.

Additional information can be obtained by contacting the Town of Rainy River Municipal Office.

All applications will be received as submitted.

To:       “Landfill Attendant/Caretaker”

                Town of Rainy River

            P.O. Box 488

            Rainy River, Ontario

            P0W 1L0

            Phone: 807-852-3978

            Fax: 807-852-3553

            Email: [email protected]

            Web: www.rainyriver.ca

Please note, we thank all those who apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  Personal information submitted will be used for the purposes of this competition only, in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

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Custodian Contract

The Corporation of the Town of Rainy River is seeking interested parties to provide quotes to perform custodian duties for the Municipal Office, the Municipal Public Works Garage and the Rainy River Health Clinic.

The successful contractor will be required to sign a (2 year) contract with the Town for provisions of services.

The contract will include:

1. All staff must be able to provide a clear criminal records check prior to entering any municipal facility
2. The Town will provide paper products, cleaning solutions and ice-melter
3. A fee schedule with an hourly rate to be provided for additional services (start-up of camp ground washrooms, washroom for screen for life van, dental van, eye van)
4. Successful contractor to provide a minimum of $2 million liability insurance
5. Contractor to carry WSIB coverage for all staff
6. A detailed listing of duties will be provided

Submissions may be delivered to:                 Town of Rainy River

                                                                        Custodian Contract

                                                                        201 Atwood Avenue, P.O. Box 488

                                                                        Rainy River, ON         P0W 1L0