Equipment Operator

Corporation of the Town of Midland•Midland, ON

12d•CA$26 - CA$33•Onsite

About The Position

The Corporation of the Town of Midland invites applications for the position of Equipment Operator (permanent full-time, 40 hours per week). Join our innovative team of collaborators who are passionate about providing exceptional municipal services to our community. We strive to help our employees to reach their professional goals through rewarding projects, collaborative team environments, and professional development. The Town of Midland is committed to increasing overall employee health and wellness and we are dedicated to supporting flexibility and providing employees with a better work-life balance. The Town is a scent sensitive workplace. We kindly ask all applicants to refrain from using scented products should they have the occasion to interview with the Town. The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract, in accordance with the duties of this position. This union position is an existing vacancy and offers an hourly wage range of $26.12 to $32.65, 40 hours per week (OPSEU Local 328). Per the Collective Agreement, OPSEU Members have first consideration.

Requirements

Secondary school diploma required. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
Three (3) to five (5) years of experience with medium and/or heavy equipment (depending on class), preferably in the Maintenance or Construction field.
Valid Class “DZ” driver’s license with minimum two (2) to three (3) years of experience with updated medical and drivers extract.
General aptitude and proficiencies in operating vehicles and mechanized equipment.
Proven ability to work independently or as a team member.
Ability to perform light and heavy lifting.
Good knowledge of road maintenance and operations, traffic control procedures, equipment maintenance and operation and MOE & MTO regulations/guidelines.
Civil construction experience including, sanitary sewer, storm sewer and lateral installation.
Available for emergency, on-call, and after-hours response.
Conscientious, with attitude and manner to serve and deal with the public.

Responsibilities

Operate single or tandem trucks with or without attachments, such as; salt and sand spreader and snow plow equipment. (May not require a wingman during winter maintenance months).
Operate heavy equipment such as grader, sweeper, loader, bucket truck, backhoe, mini-ex, and tri-axle.
Operate equipment including leaf pickup equipment, sidewalk plows, one-ton trucks and other light to medium equipment.
Perform year-round maintenance including sanding and plowing of sidewalks, roads, municipal lots, leaf pickup and tar & chip repairs.
Perform other general municipal maintenance duties as may be assigned in accordance with departmental and corporate objectives.
Work as part of a team engaging in all aspects of maintenance operations of municipal infrastructure including but not limited to street sweeping, storm sewer or culvert repairs, ditching, material hauling, road repairs, winter control, minor construction projects, and park maintenance.
Work in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act, WHMIS, applicable legislations, regulations and departmental polices/procedures/practices and operational guidelines and perform safe work practices.
Performs other related duties, as assigned, that are in accordance with job responsibilities and/or necessary departmental or corporate objectives.
Work as a team player promoting a positive and professional work environment and conduct role with integrity and respect.
Uphold the Town’s values of integrity, accountability, empowerment, purposefulness, and service excellence.
Act as an Ambassador throughout the community, positively representing the Town.
Abide by the policies and procedures of the Town.
Abide by the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and work in a manner that is safe, reporting incidents immediately to direct supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned to meet the overall goals and objectives of the Town.
Build and maintain knowledge and expertise in relevant fields.