This unionized position involves performing a variety of physical labor tasks essential for the maintenance and enhancement of municipal infrastructure and public spaces. Responsibilities include operating tools and machinery, managing workload priorities, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment that are assigned by the Operations Supervisor.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Perform all manual duties required.


• Operate and utilize power tools, lawn mowers, hand tools, power saws, and small equipment.


• Provide support during team member absences or period of increased workload to ensure continuity of operations.


• Flagging and traffic control operations


• Cold patching


• Hydrant clearing and sign repairs


• Housekeeping of the shop


• Cleaning the vehicles and equipment


• Tree trimming


• Encourage and promote attitudes toward secure and responsible work practices and in all cases the standards of the Occupational Health and Safety Act must be met or exceeded.


• Undertake water meter repairs.


• Perform other duties and tasks assigned by the Operations Supervisor or Director of Operations.

KNOWLEDGE,



SKILLS & TECHNICAL ABILITIES

• Familiarity with workplace safety standards and regulations related to handling equipment and power tools.


• Ability to perform strenuous tasks and lift heavy objects.


• Ability to work collaboratively with a team or independently.


• Proficiency in understanding and following instructions, as well as effectively communicating with team members and supervisors.


• Ability to be flexible in adjusting to varied tasks and work conditions, including working outdoors in different weather conditions.

WORKPLACE REQUIREMENTS & CONDITIONS

• High School Diploma


• Must have a valid Ontario "G" drivers license.


• Minimum of 2 years experience working with power tools and other equipment.


• Ability to work outside in different weather conditions including extreme cold and heat.


• May encounter hazardous and toxic substances, must implement appropriate precautions to safeguard their eyes, nose and skin against irritation and infection.


• Execution of tasks that can lead to physical fatigue, either through nearly continuous light exertion or frequent intermittent periods of moderate physical effort.

RELATIONSHIPS

• Internal: Employees of the Public Works department.


• External: Daily contact with the public.

RATE OF PAY

• $26.72 Hourly - Job Classification 06

UNION

• United Steelworkers