Position Overview

Operate and maintain a tandem truck and line stripper.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties :

• 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
• Operate the line stripper and portable line stripper on County Roads and local municipal roads maintaining accurate records
• 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

General :

Incumbents must keep up-to-date on all relevant legislation, collective bargaining agreements, County Policies and Procedures, etc.

ensuring that these are implemented as prescribed

Incumbents must 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

These describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents in this classification. They are not an exhaustive list of all job duties in the classification.

Other duties may be assigned.

Supervision Requirements

Direct Supervision : Not applicable

Indirect Supervision : Not applicable

Functional Authority : Not applicable

Qualifications

Minimum Formal Education

• Secondary School graduation or equivalent in education and / or experience
• Current valid Province of Ontario Driver’s licence minimum Class DZ

Experience

• Previous operating experience in construction or a road system is preferred
• Most functions are based on skills learned on the job

A valid Ontario driver’s license and use of a vehicle.

The County of Lambton is an equal opportunity employer servicing our diverse communities. The County of Lambton is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities.

If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. This information is available in an alternative format upon request, to accommodate individuals with a disability.

Although we appreciate all applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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S.O. 1990, CHAPTER M.56, as amended and will be used in reviewing applications. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Corporate Manager, Human Resources,

Last updated : 2024-03-25