Job Description
Responsible to perform routine inspections of the municipality’s roadways and observe both weather and road conditions in the field and electronically to determine if a winter event response is required. Must be available to work overnight shifts from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.
Job Requirements
- Practical working knowledge of Municipal infrastructure operations. Previous experience as a Roads Operator an asset.
- Traffic control and Book 7 training required. Knowledge of the Ontario Highway Traffic Act and defensive driving techniques in order to safely operate Town equipment and vehicles.
- Ability to operate a small truck and front plough.
- Good problem-solving, record-keeping, and analytical skills.
- Sound decision making abilities in order to make decisions concerning weather and road-related conditions.
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
- Working knowledge of the Minimum Maintenance Standards
- Good communication and collaboration skills with ability to deal effectively and courteously with staff and general public.
- Availability and ability to work overnight shifts from 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. Thursday through Saturday or as designated by Roads Supervisor.
- Ability to work in unfavourable working conditions.
- Practical working knowledge of health and safety regulations, WHMIS, and procedures to deal with roads maintenance observations and winter patrol.
- Class “G” Driver’s Licence required in good standing and a clean drivers abstract.
