Lead Hand, Permanent Full-Time North Grenville

The Corporation of UCLG•North Grenville, ON

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Hand will direct and supervise work crews in carrying out required road maintenance operations. This role involves patrolling roads, identifying and arranging for repairs of safety hazards, managing vegetation control, debris removal, pavement patching, shoulder maintenance, and sign repairs. The Lead Hand is also responsible for ensuring timely pick-up and disposal of dead animals, inspecting drainage systems, installing traffic signs, documenting daily tasks and concerns, and preparing traffic control plans. Additionally, they will conduct safety talks, oversee winter maintenance activities, and ensure all responsibilities are performed within legislative and regulatory standards.

Requirements

Certified Roads Supervisor (CRS) with the Association of Ontario Roads Supervisors (AORS) would be considered an asset.
Valid Ontario ‘D” with Z endorsement is required and must be maintained for the term of employment.
Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check (CPIC).
A minimum of three (3) years of progressive experience in the delivery of effective road maintenance service.
Direct experience in working with applicable legislation including but not limited to, the Highway Traffic Act (HTA), Ontario Traffic Manual (OTM), Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations (OHSA).
Proficient in computerized public works databases and relevant software.
Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills.
Excellent communication skills both in writing and verbal presentation with external and internal stakeholders.
Customer focussed experience with dispute resolution skills.
Ability to organize a project and adjust readily to changes in priorities.
Good knowledge of road maintenance and construction practices.
Extensive knowledge of construction equipment and its capabilities.

Nice To Haves

Certified Roads Supervisor (CRS) with the Association of Ontario Roads Supervisors (AORS)

Responsibilities

In the absence of the patrol supervisor, the lead hand will direct and supervise work crews, carrying out required operations in the designated patrol area on daily basis.
Patrols roads in accordance with the requirements of the Minimum Maintenance Standards (MMS).
Identifies road conditions that may affect traffic safety and arranges for repair of defect.
During summer inspections, identifies the needs for vegetation control, sweeping, debris and litter pick-up, pavement patching, gravel shoulder maintenance, guide rail repairs, sign repairs and report findings to the Supervisor.
Ensure timely pick up and disposal of dead animals.
Inspects culverts, bridges and drainage concerns to ensure safe operation of roads.
Installation of traffic signs as directed by the Supervisor.
Document completed tasks, service requests from the public, Minimum Maintenance Standards (MMS) concerns, and weather conditions on a daily basis in the Patrol Diary.
Prepare and document the required traffic control plan for any proposed works within the road allowance with the Ontario Traffic Manual (OTM) Book 7.
Conducts on-site ‘tailgate’ safety talks related to the tasks to be performed to ensure all team members are aware of risks and mitigation measures to ensure worker safety throughout the operation.
During winter operations, patrol roads to determine road conditions and arrange for winter maintenance services as per the MMS requirements. Dispatches and oversees winter maintenance activities including but not limited to plowing, sanding and salting.
Performs the responsibilities of the position within the legislative and regulatory standards set out in the applicable Provincial and Municipal Acts.
Performs the responsibilities of the position consistent with the operational policies of the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville.
Ensures a high level of respect for confidentiality for both the organization as a whole and staff as per the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA).
Protecting own health and safety and health of others by adopting safe work practices (reporting unsafe conditions immediately); attending all relevant in-services regarding Occupational Health and Safety and following guidelines for employees and employers, as legislated under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act.
All supervisors are responsible and accountable for ensuring that health and safety standards are incorporated into all aspects of our business.