Reporting to the Manager, Roads, Operations Safety & Training, under the direction of the Supervisor, Roads Maintenance and/or Working Foreperson, Lead Hand, perform semi-skilled trade and general labouring duties.
Reporting to the Manager, Roads, Operations Safety & Training, under the direction of the Supervisor, Roads Maintenance and/or Working Foreperson, Lead Hand, perform semi-skilled trade and general labouring duties.
Responsibilities
Perform various semi-skilled trade activities, some of which may include asphalt raking, concrete finishing, pipe laying, form work, rough carpentry, bridge repairs and erosion and watercourse work, brick and block laying and sewer work
Operate maintenance vehicles, equipment and tools such as tractors, excavation equipment, combination plow spreader trucks, Commercial vehicles of various sizes and articulating sidewalk plow machines
Perform traffic control on roadways and work projects
Work in accordance with the City of Oshawa’s Safe Work Standards and the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act
Perform various duties related to Summer and Winter Control/Call Board activities
Perform various general labouring activities
Support and demonstrate the City of Oshawa core values of Authenticity, Courage, and Trust
Perform other related duties as assigned
Requirements
Candidates must possess an Ontario Secondary School Diploma, Grade Twelve (12), and have five (5) years operational experience, knowledge and skills related to performing the activities listed within this position
Must be willing and capable of training and obtaining appropriate licences or certificates relevant to the requirements of the position
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Demonstrated ability in concrete finishing and asphalt raking
Previous experience in road construction and excavating
Previous experience in formwork and carpentry
Previous experience in hard landscaping
Previous experience in winter maintenance activities like but not limited to; snow plowing, salting, sidewalk snow clearing and shoveling and working long hours and shifts
Capable and willing to train and pass testing for internal licensing on Grade 2 equipment or higher, at the City’s convenience and in accordance with seniority, based on operational requirements
Able to perform strenuous work such as climbing, lifting and moving heavy items (80 lbs./approx. 36 kgs.), involving considerable effort, and capable of performing the work assigned in a safe manner
Able to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions, which deal with routine and standardized situations
Able to complete forms and records relevant to the job
Willingness to accept responsibility and ability to work alone or with minimum supervision
Personal qualities of reliability and co-operation. Sound judgment and initiative relating to the need for attendance to matters outside normal working hours, like winter and summer callouts
Knowledge and understanding of, and ability to apply safety policies, standards and legislation (Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act, WHMIS, First-Aid and CPR)
Good interpersonal skills; common sense and courtesy to deal with the general public and to discuss routine information with colleagues.
The job requires you to work scheduled evening and night shifts in accordance with Article 11.05(c) of the CUPE Local #250 Collective Agreement
Possession and maintenance of a valid Ontario Driver's Licence, in good standing (minimum Class " DZ "), a driver’s abstract showing no demerit points, and the ability to pass the Corporation's tests for motor vehicle operation
Must serve on the Operations Summer and Winter Call Board and successfully complete all required training necessary to meet operational requirements
As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to undergo a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters Check and an employment medical.
Please be advised that position location as noted is at the time of posting and is subject to change, as required due to operational needs. We would like to thank all applicants however, please note that only those selected to attend an interview will be contacted and all other applicants will be kept on file. Applicants are advised that written, oral and practical testing may form part of the selection process. Applicants who are currently employed by the City of Oshawa are asked to clearly indicate their status as an internal applicant in their application. Please ensure that you check your email regularly to receive any correspondence. The City of Oshawa is situated on lands and waters within the Williams Treaties Territory, home to seven First Nation communities of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Anishinaabeg, who have cared for and maintained these lands from time immemorial and continue to do so to present day. Learn more We are an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). The City of Oshawa promotes the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. The City of Oshawa encourages applications from women, Indigenous Peoples and persons of all cultures, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, ages, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions. The City of Oshawa will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities and/or needs related to the OHRC. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process or assistance with the application process please contact Human Resource Services. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
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