Municipal Operator 3, Public Works

Town of Gravenhurst • Gravenhurst, ON

2d • CA$31 - CA$33 • Onsite

About The Position

The Municipal Operator 3-Public Works is responsible for performing roads maintenance and construction operations including but not limited to: beaver dam removal, culvert replacement, tree removal, limbing and debris removal, excavation and setting grade for road surface and storm sewer and drainage works; performing winter sand/salt, snowplow and snow removal operations; operating various equipment, including but not limited to: single and tandem axle plow trucks, articulated front-end loaders, rubber tire backhoe, excavator, loaders, street sweeping machines, graders and float trailers; performing activities (as needed) that are included as Operator Level 2.

Requirements

• Valid AZ driver’s license required with a clean drivers abstract satisfactory to the Corporation.
• Successful completion of a Secondary School Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
• Five (5) years experience a unionized, municipal, Public Works
• Proficiency in oral and written communications and ability to document activities and maintain accurate work records;
• Five (5) years experience in winter sand/salt and snowplow operations and the ability to perform these operations on a 24-hour call-out basis.
• Five (5) years experience in road maintenance operations and the ability to respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis and to work shift work and overtime as required.
• Ability to perform manual labour duties and to perform the physical job requirements.
• Proficiency and certification / licensing in the operation of the following equipment: single and tandem axle plow trucks, articulated front-end loaders, rubber tire backhoe / loaders, street sweeping machines, graders and float trailers.
• Experience in the proficient operation of the following equipment (including but not limited to): sidewalk plows, limb chipper, chain saws, weed trimmers, quick-cut saws and plate tampers.
• Practical knowledge of setting grade and operating a surveyors level.
• Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations.
• Current WHMIS, First Aid, CPR, ORCA Propane, Fire Extinguisher and MTO Traffic Control (Book 7) Certificates;
• Ability to work cooperatively in a work crew, and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
• Valid G license with a clean drivers abstract satisfactory to the corporation (Use of own vehicle may be required)
• Physically able to carry out all aspects of the job

Nice To Haves

• OGRA / AORS training and certification an asset.
• Working knowledge of GPS, GIS, and electronic work order systems would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Performing winter maintenance of roads by plowing snow and ice, performing winter sanding/salting operations and performing snow removal operations when required, in order to ensure safe travel on roads and accessibility for emergency vehicles.
• Operating and transporting the Level 3 equipment as part of Infrastructure capital and operations functions for roads, road allowance and drainage construction, repairs and maintenance, works yard and facilities maintenance and house-keeping activities.
• Performing tree removal and tree limbing, roadside brushing and roadside vegetation removal to ensure safe traffic and pedestrian conditions. Cleaning, repairing, replacing and thawing road and entrance culverts and removing blockages, debris and beaver dams as required ensuring the level and flow of surface and storm water.
• Performing roads maintenance, construction and repair including but not limited to repairing pot holes, hard top and loose top surface patching and performing repairs and surface maintenance as required. Performing shoulder and roadside maintenance and repairs, sign repairs and replacement and debris removal as required.
• Maintaining equipment by performing proper greasing, cleaning and minor repairs and service, to ensure the safety, efficiency and effectiveness of the vehicle and equipment operations, while maximizing their life cycle. Advising the Mechanic(s) of any problems or defects in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Assisting the Cemetery Operator by performing excavations, backfilling and maintaining internment plots, and performing additional landscaping and equipment operations activities to provide service to cemetery customers.
• Assisting / relieving the Roads Patroller with winter night patrol functions to ensure monitoring, call-outs and activities for winter operations functions.
• Other duties as assigned. Ensuring compliance with Corporate/Department Health and Safety policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries! Our jobs are evaluated and set on a pay scale and we work to maintain competitive salaries in the market.
• Employer paid group health and dental benefits for permanent full time employees - plus a Health Care Spending Account.
• OMERS pension plan
• Continuous learning, training and development opportunities
• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP) for eligible employees and their immediate families
• The pleasure of working with great people in a supportive and fun environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED