truck driver Saugeen Shores
Job description
Labourer/Truck Driver (Operator 3)
Position Type: Temporary, Full-time (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm), union position
Location: Port Elgin and Southampton, Ontario
Salary: Operator 3, Step 1, $26.51 to Step 5 $29.84 per hour
Contract length: Six (6) months
Who We Are:
The Town of Saugeen Shores is a community poised for growth, with careful attention to all we value: our beautiful natural environment, our waterfront and beaches, our community spirit and sense of pride, our inspired residents and valued visitors. We work collectively, collaboratively and positively to benefit all who choose to visit the Town of Saugeen Shores or call it home.
Located on the shores of Lake Huron, the Town of Saugeen Shores values investing in our workforce and offers competitive compensation. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain a highly engaged and talented workforce, while promoting a culture based on Trust, Respect, and Teamwork.
Summary of Duties:
We are searching for a team-oriented and motivated individual to join our Public Works team within the Community Services and Operations Department. As the Labourer/Truck Driver (Operator 3), reporting to the Public Works Supervisor, you will perform numerous general labour functions related to the maintenance, repairs and construction of sanitary sewers, storm sewers, roads, ditches, culverts, buildings, sidewalks, streets, roads or highways within the Community Services and Operations Department.
Job Responsibilities:
- Operate winter maintenance equipment safely and competently: trackless side-walk plows, pick-up truck/blade, snowplow.
- Plows, sands/salts and performs snow removal operations on Town sidewalks, lots and premises.
- Repair, construct and perform maintenance on sanitary sewers, storm sewers.
- Complete water main replacements, including lateral and chambers.
- Perform preventative maintenance on the Town’s infrastructure including cleaning and dislodging blockages from sewer system and catch basins.
- Repair and replace traffic signs, road signs and guardrails.
- Perform maintenance of buildings, including painting, carpentry and cleaning.
- Perform culvert repair and installation.
- Wash vehicles and equipment.
- Complete trench shoring and support system construction.
- Perform weed cutting, grass cutting, tree trimming and brush removal, ditch cleaning, and manual snow removal.
- Complete Wingman function as required (aerial truck and vac truck).
- Assist with sidewalk replacement.
- Other duties as assigned
Education and Training:
- High school diploma
- Valid DZ Driver’s License
Experience and Knowledge:
- A minimum of one year of related work experience
- Experience with operating a snowplow, heavy equipment, large trucks or pick-up truck is preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret plans and drawings is considered an asset.
- Physical ability to perform duties associated with job responsibilities.
- Excellent customer service skills with ability to deal tactfully and politely with the public.
- Ability to work shift work and alternative hours during winter control and emergencies.
- Must have accurate and legible writing ability.
- Ability to work independently and as an effective member of a team.
- Knowledge of road and sidewalk repair and maintenance is an asset.
- First Aid Certification is considered an asset.
What you bring to the role:
- Client/Customer Service Focus: You create a positive experience when interacting with customers through communication, patience, empathy, and technical knowledge.
- Communication: You have proven ability to communicate successfully and confidently both verbally and in writing.
- Conflict Management: You identify steps to resolve negative conflicts sensibly, fairly and efficiently. You exhibit strong conflict resolution, negotiation and mediation skills.
- Mechanical Aptitude: You can comprehend mechanical and electronic concepts and apply them to address and resolve pertinentproblems.
- Organizational Skills: You are highly organized, and you can process detailed information effectively and consistently.
- Teamwork: You can work with others toward a shared goal. You encourage and support your colleagues by offering for help and asking for help when needed.
The Town of Saugeen Shores is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005. The Town of Saugeen Shores will make every effort to accommodate applicants with disabilities in its recruitment and selection process. Please advise of any accommodation measures you may require during our selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.
All information collected is in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990 and will be used for the purpose of this employment opportunity only.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Salary: From $26.51 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Overtime pay
Work Location: One location
About Town of Saugeen Shores, Ontario
Revenue: Less than $1 million (USD)
Size: 1 to 50 Employees
Type: Government
Website: www.saugeenshores.ca
