Operator
About The Position
The County of Lambton is seeking to hire four Operators for a Temporary Full Time position. This role involves operating and maintaining a tandem truck, as well as 'All Inclusive Snow Plough Equipment' during the winter season. The Operator will be responsible for the upkeep of equipment, including cleaning, refueling, performing minor maintenance, and reporting on the overall operating condition. They will also communicate road conditions via radio, make decisions on sand and salt distribution, and may work alone or as part of a crew. Additional duties may include erecting snow fence, operating a chainsaw, pothole patching, and grass cutting. The position requires being on call for emergency work, primarily during the winter operations season, and professionally handling complaints from the public. A daily diary of work activities and equipment logs must be maintained as per legislation and County policy. Incumbents must stay updated on relevant legislation, collective bargaining agreements, and County policies, and possess the physical ability to meet job requirements.
Requirements
- Secondary School graduation or equivalent in education and/or experience
- Current valid Province of Ontario Driver’s licence minimum Class DZ
- A valid Ontario driver’s license and use of a vehicle.
Nice To Haves
- Previous operating experience in construction or a road system is preferred
Responsibilities
- Operate assigned equipment as directed in a safe and efficient manner
- Safely operate “All Inclusive Snow Plough Equipment” during the winter season and a tandem truck for the remainder of the year
- Responsible for upkeep of equipment, keeping machinery clean, refuelling, performing minor maintenance (i.e. greasing, oil changes) and repair, keeping the mechanic/equipment supervisor informed of the overall operating condition of the equipment
- Accurately communicate road conditions by radio to the supervisor, make periodic on-site decisions on sand and salt distribution as dictated by weather conditions
- Operate as a member of a crew or alone
- Assist in any other capacity, i.e. erecting snow fence, operating a chainsaw, pothole patching, grass cutting, etc.
- Be on call for emergency work, normally during the winter operations season
- Receive complaints, concerns, etc. from property owners and the public in a professional and timely manner and refer to immediate Supervisor for action
- Maintain a daily diary of work activities as well as maintain equipment log and diary books as required by Provincial legislation and County policy
- Keep up-to-date on all relevant legislation, collective bargaining agreements, County Policies and Procedures, etc. ensuring that these are implemented as prescribed
- Possess the physical ability to meet the duties and responsibilities of the job description and/or the requirements identified within the position's Physical Demands Analysis
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
