Operator Ii Jobs

Join us and help make a difference! At Grey County we work together to deliver essential public services that meet the needs of our communities. Grey County isnt just a great place to live; its also a great place to work!

We are proud to offer competitive wages and an attractive total compensation package. We support learning and continuous employee development, and champion career progression for our employees. We value work-life balance, so you can make the most of your career at Grey County, while making the most of your life in Grey County!

Apply now to join our team!

Purpose

Maintenance of County Roads and properties and completion of various construction projects, as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment by performing circle checks covering items such as fuel, oil, coolant, lubrications, safety equipment and requirements, etc. and reports required.
• Operate power and hand tools and equipment such as chain saws, jack hammers, mowers, generators, compressors, pumps, trimmers, hammers, wrenches, shovels.
• Carry out a variety of general labourer type duties including but not limited to routine maintenance activities such as cutting brush, sign installation, traffic control, pothole patching, equipment and shop maintenance and cleaning etc.
• Operate a variety of vehicles and equipment as and when instructed by the Area Supervisor.
• Operate mobile equipment such as tractors, loader-backhoes, mower-loaders/sweepers and other types of equipment used for road surface maintenance and repair.
• Carry out other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skill

• Clean Driver Abstract.
• Three (3) years of satisfactory experience operating trucks and equipment.
• Knowledge and ability to operate ½ ton trucks, single axle trucks, tandems, loader-backhoes.
• Grade 12 education or equivalent experience.
• Valid Ontario Driver License, Class D and Z endorsement.

Working Conditions

The Light Equipment Operator reports for work at the Area Patrol Yard and receives daily instructions from the Area Supervisor or Lead Hand. The person(s) occupying this position works in all types of weather and the majority of working hours are spent outdoors. Heavy lifting and strenuous physical work for extended periods of time are associated with this position.

The normal summer hours of work are from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with one-half hour lunch, Monday to Thursday. There may be a requirement on occasion to work after normal working hours.

Contact

Internal and External Working Relationships:

The Light Equipment Operator must maintain good working relationships with the Area Supervisor, Lead Hand, other Department employees and the general public.

Grey County is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and promotes a culture of respect where all team members are valued for their unique talents, knowledge and lived experiences.

Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants are encouraged to outline accommodation needs when submitting their application. If alternate methods of application are required, candidates can email [email protected].

While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Any personal information submitted will be managed in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and will be used only to determine eligibility for employment.

Based on the nature of the position, pre-employment screening may be required including but not limited to; Criminal Record Searches, Financial Credit Inquiries; Educational and Credential Verification; Drivers Abstracts; Drug/Alcohol Testing; Pre-Medical Testing and Investigative Employment References.