POSITION PURPOSE
Reporting to the District Supervisor, Roads Maintenance, is responsible for acting as a working member of a road maintenance crew with the added responsibility of providing guidance and technical on-the-job leadership to internal and contracted crew members carrying out road maintenance related tasks; also responsible for assigning, scheduling and checking the work of assigned staff and ensuring a safe working environment; handling service requests and work orders related to all maintenance work using Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) technology and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping; assisting with developing daily, weekly and monthly work schedules; and the inspection of the Regional road system and initiation of operational response in compliance with maintenance standards and the Ontario Health and Safety Act.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operates a variety of equipment and performs road maintenance related tasks and provides technical and operational leadership to maintenance crew staff involved in operational activities; ensures appropriate level of compliance with Occupational Health and Safety procedures including the preparation and documentation of traffic control plans and setting up a work zone as per Ontario Traffic Manual Book 7 and WHMIS.
- Utilizing the CMMS, maintains daily work records of performance of work crews based on effective and efficient operation and production performance of assigned tasks.
- Utilizes CMMS technology to generate work orders; inputs data; monitors and maintains up-to-date preventative maintenance system data and information.
- Tags assets using CMMS and GIS within work orders for regular maintenance activities.
- Inspects and reports on asset conditions as well as contracted services to ensure compliance with specifications and provides appropriate reports and records on work accomplishment.
- Ensures that all safety equipment required is available at the job site and is in proper working order.
- Provides guidance, training, mentoring and coordinates, assigns, schedules and checks the work of assigned staff.
- Provides orientation for new staff on the proper use of tools and equipment; provides refresher training as requested.
- Investigates and reports on issues relating to public complaints and corridor control activities including permits, encroachments, utilities, mud tracking, etc., and acts as first point of contact to resolve issues.
- Communicates with residents to address their inquiries while performing duties on site.
- Acts as a District Supervisor, Roads Maintenance in their absence.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Successful completion of a Secondary School Diploma or equivalent approved combination of education and experience.
- Minimum three (3) years demonstrated experience in road maintenance related activities.
- Demonstrated experience in the field of specialized heavy duty equipment and other equipment associated with road maintenance operations, such as dump trucks, loaders, tractors, chainsaws and grass cutting equipment.
- Valid Ontario Class “DZ” driver’s licence free of serious offences under the Highway Traffic Act.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, guidelines and standards, including the Highway Traffic Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act and Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices.
- Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including communication, innovation, teamwork and collaboration, and personal ownership.
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