TAPS Seasonal Operator/Labourer Standard hours of work per week

Position Details

• Job Title: TAPS Seasonal Operator/Labourer
• Hours of Work Per Week: 40
• Location of Position: Hopeville Works Depot
• Department/Division: Transportation & Public Safety
• Employment Status: Seasonal
• Supervisor’s Job Title: Public Works Lead Hand
• Eligibility to OMERS: Yes – NFT (non-fulltime)
• Hourly Pay Band: 12

Position Description

Under the daily supervision of the Lead Hand or the Public Works Foreman/Fleet Manager, the TAPS Seasonal Operator/Labourer carries out a variety of works operations necessary for maintaining roads, water systems, other infrastructure and municipal property in a condition safe for public use and the environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance Equipment:
  • Loose top maintenance.
  • Winter control (plowing, spreading sand and salt, snow removal, snow fence erection and removal, winter damage, etc.).
  • Roadside maintenance (cold mix/hot mix repairs, patching, sweeping, shoulder re-gravelling and dragging, washout repairs, grass trimming, etc.).
  • Tree removal and planting.
  • Maintain culverts, ditches and storm drains.
  • Bridge maintenance (replacing railings, painting).
  • Maintain sidewalks & parking areas.
  • Operates all equipment including trucks, sander, plow, tractors/mowers, grader, street sweeper, grinder, wood chipper, excavator, brusher and wheel loader.
• Construction:
  • Re-building roads.
  • Replacing culverts.
  • Repaving and surface treatment.
• Safety Devices:
  • Sign installation and maintenance, guidepost repair, etc.
• Yard Maintenance:
  • Repair of large and small equipment, painting and some building repairs.
  • Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Other:
  • Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
  • Early morning call-ins for snow removal.
  • Represents the Municipality when performing day-to-day duties (i.e. contact with public).

Skills

• Formal Education and External Training:
  • High School Diploma required.
  • DZ or AZ Driver’s licence required.
  • Ongoing requirements to keep up-to-date by reading or taking courses/seminars.
• On-The-Job Training:
  • Health and Safety Equipment Training (Grader, Snow Plow, etc.): 1 week
  • WHMIS: 1 month
  • First Aid and CPR: 1 week
  • Other training as required.
• Work Experience:
  • Minimum 2 to 3 years heavy machinery and construction experience.
  • Experience with municipal roads infrastructure is an asset.
• Other Key Skills:
  • Road School (Mahoney).
  • Good communication skills.
  • Team player.
  • Mechanical skills.

Working Conditions

A considerable portion of work time is spent outdoors and in garage environments. Work includes construction sites where the employee is responsible for safe work practices and public safety measures. The role requires early morning call-ins for snow removal and working in winter weather conditions. Must always use good health and safety practices and be responsible for ensuring roads are clear and safe for public travel.

Supervision

• No direct or indirect subordinates.
• Receives daily supervision from the Lead Hand.
• May provide on-site decisions when working in the field.

Equipment & Technology Utilized

• Operating heavy equipment, including trucks, sander, plow, tractors/mowers, grader, street sweeper, grinder, wood chipper, excavator, backhoe.
• Work with chemicals and construction materials.
• Use of required safety equipment.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply according to the Township of Southgate’s application procedures. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process.