Seasonal Labourer - Roads

Reporting to the Supervisor, Roads and Traffic, the Seasonal Labourer - Roads is responsible for the maintenance and repair of City road infrastructure. You will have sound knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment used for several functions including road, sidewalk, boulevard, and stormwater management facility maintenance work.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Manhole and catch basin repairs
• Curb and sidewalk construction
• Asphalt related repairs and maintenance of roads
• Road patrol
• Traffic control
• Sod repairs
• Removal of garbage and debris from streets, boulevards and stormwater management facilities
• Inspections.
• Associated responsibilities include the supervision of small work crews, maintenance and completion of legible records, investigating and assisting with follow-ups to enquiries from the public
• All duties must be performed in accordance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and City policies, procedures and practices

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma, or equivalent
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR/AED certification
• One year experience in a related position would be an asset

Required Skills/Knowledge

• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
• Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to deal with the public courteously and effectively
• Experience with MAXIMO asset management software an asset.
• Demonstrate the City’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage and service
• Ability to effectively work under pressure and handle difficult customer situations
• Physically capable of performing duties under adverse weather conditions
• All duties must be performed in accordance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act and City policies, procedures and practices
• Ontario Class "G" driver license in good standing and upon employment must provide a satisfactory current Ontario drivers abstract from the MTO
• Shift work may be required
• Demonstrates good judgment and makes sound decisions
• Shows commitment to personal growth, development, and leadership opportunities
• Shares new ideas and challenges the status quo
• Proven written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with honesty, openness, respect, and trust
• Takes initiative to participate in a culture of learning, mentoring, and sharing
• Contributes to building and being a part of a positive culture
• Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job
• Some exposure to adverse weather conditions
• Demonstrate the City’s corporate values of care, collaboration, courage and service

Leadership Competencies