Equipment Operator / Labourer

Township of Springwater•Midhurst, ON

3d•CA$30 - CA$34•Onsite

About The Position

The Township of Springwater is recruiting for two (2) existing permanent, full-time positions of Equipment Operator / Labourer. These positions report directly to the Supervisor, Roads and/or the Roads Foreperson, and will operate necessary public works equipment for the needs of the Roads and Fleet Department.

Requirements

Completion of Secondary School Diploma.
Minimum two (2) to five (5) years’ related experience and a demonstrated ability to successfully train in new duties.
A valid Ontario Class D license with a satisfactory driving record; AZ preferred.
A demonstrated ability to safely and effectively operate various types of equipment, including but not limited to graders, backhoes, loaders, excavators, tractors, mowers, power tools, light-duty and heavy-duty trucks between 1,000 and 30,000 kg.
Knowledge of preventative maintenance and operation of heavy equipment, light duty and heavy-duty trucks.
Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and safety procedures.
Knowledge of the Ontario Highway Traffic Act.
Good communication skills.
Proficient with the use of computers including email, internet, work order and timekeeping software an asset. Previous experience with Citywide and/or UKG will be considered an asset.
Ability to work hours beyond the normal work week, including evenings and weekends and ability to work on a rotational basis and be on-call.
Completion of applicable Good Roads and AORS courses an asset.
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate(s) must submit a Criminal Record Check satisfactory to the Township.

Nice To Haves

AZ license preferred.
Previous experience with Citywide and/or UKG will be considered an asset.
Completion of applicable Good Roads and AORS courses an asset.

Responsibilities

Operate vehicles include pickups and heavy duty trucks between 1,000 and 30,000 kg Gross Vehicle Registered Weight (GVRW) equipped with construction, snow and ice maintenance attachments, pre-wet tanks or attachment controls.
Operate front end farm tractor loaders, industrial tractors, four wheel drive articulating loaders or rubber tire backhoe loaders all with various attachments.
Operate specialized heavy equipment as assigned including but not limited to grader, backhoe, excavator or loader as a primary assigned piece of equipment.
Operate ride on compaction rollers for asphalt or gravel construction and maintenance.
Operate pumps and devices required by the loading of water or salt brine materials for seasonal construction and maintenance.
Carry out manual labour requiring articulate physical dexterity for construction and maintenance efforts of the department, including but not limited to sign works, pothole patching, shop duties, drainage repairs, string trimming, and traffic control.
Maintains accurate maintenance and equipment records in accordance with governing codes.
Ensures regular safety inspections of all applicable equipment.
Maintain accurate timesheet material haul records in accordance with municipal policy and provincial legislation.
Conduct vehicle inspection and maintain truck records as required by MTO audits and municipal policy.
Conduct pre-use inspection forms on vehicles and equipment as required by municipal health and safety policies.
Carries out such other duties and responsibilities as assigned.