Posted 2 months ago
Public Works Hand
@ City of Dawson
Dawson City, Yukon
Overview
The City of Dawson is hiring a full-time Public Works Hand to handle day-to-day labour for the Public Works Department under the Public Works Supervisor. The role requires water and sewer pipe experience, several certifications, and flexible hours. Pay is $64,918 to $77,900 annually plus benefits under a union Collective Agreement.
Pay:
$64,918–$77,900 a year
Responsibilities:
- Day-to-day labour for Public Works Department
- Water and sewer pipe installation and maintenance
- Operate backhoe/loader
- Support road and building maintenance
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12 or GED
- Minimum one year water and sewer pipe experience
- Certifications: confined space entry, Class 3 licence, First Aid, fall protection
- Ability to work flexible hours and as part of a team
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · bamboohr
- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-10
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | General labour |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Confined Space Entry, Class 3 Driver's Licence, H.I.M.I.S, Special Boiler Operator, Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection, Fall Protection |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | High school (required) |
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City of Dawson
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Full company description
Dawson City, cultural capital of the Yukon, is home of the Klondike Gold Rush and the heart of Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Traditional Territory; we’re proud of our mining heritage and First Nations roots that run millennia deep.
- LinkedIn followers
- 229
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 21
- Reported office locations
- 1336 Front Street, Dawson City, Yukon Y0B 1G0, CA
- Business categories
- Government
- Infrastructure
- Public Relations
- Public Safety
- Other recorded names
- City of Dawson
- City of Dawson, Yukon
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Dawson City, cultural capital of the Yukon, is home of the Klondike Gold Rush and the heart of Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Traditional Territory; we’re proud of our mining heritage and First Nations roots that run millennia deep.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Government Administration |
| Company size | 11-50 employees |
| Headquarters | Dawson City, Yukon |
| Organization type | Government Agency |
| Year founded | 1902 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 4 |
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The City of Dawson is seeking applications for the position of Public Works Hand. Reporting to the Public Works Supervisor, the Public Works Hand is jointly responsible for the day-to-day labour required by the Public Works Department to ensure delivery of service to the public.
If this position interests you, please submit your resume and cover letter clearly demonstrating the qualifications outlined below, as selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide.
Certifications:
- Certification in Confined Space Entry;
- Class 3 Driver’s Licence
- H.I.M.I.S;
- Special Boiler Operator;
- Certification in the operation of Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection;
- Fall Protection;
- Certification in First Aid;
- Mosquito Larvicide Applicator Certificate;
- Crane Operators Certificate;
Knowledge & Skills:
- Grade 12 or GED
- Computer literacy
- Minimum of one years’ experience in water and sewer pipe installation and maintenance.
- Experience and knowledge of road maintenance principles
- Experience and knowledge of building maintenance principles
- General knowledge of carpentry, plumbing and mechanics
- Ability to interpret technical manuals and drawings
- Ability to operate a backhoe/loader;
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Discretion, tact, compassion, good judgement and cultural sensitivity
- Ability to resolve conflicts and foster unity
- Ability to work effectively alone and as part of a team
- Ability to work flexible hours
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
A job description is available upon request.
Salary & Benefits:
This is a Union position, salary and benefits shall be in accordance with the Collective Agreement. The position is classified as level 3 with an annual salary range of $64,918 – $77,900 plus benefits.
Closing Date:
This posting will remain open until filled, however applications received before 2:00 pm on Monday, September 21, 2026 will be given first consideration. Applications to this position must be submitted through this portal.
For more information about this position please email: [email protected]
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