Overview
Operator Driver Jobs in Brantford at The Corporation of the City of Brantford
Operator Driver – Job ID #2055
Position Summary
Situated on the picturesque Grand River, the City of Brantford is a rapidly growing community of over 100,000residents, located in the heart of Southern Ontario with direct access to Hwy. 403 and is in close proximity to the GTHA, Waterloo and Niagara regions. As a single-tier municipality, Brantford is responsible for the full spectrum of municipal service areas. We invite you to join our #TeamBrantford corporate culture with many progressive initiatives, including our Work from Home arrangement. The City is committed to the professional development of our staff and invite you to come, grow with us!
Reporting to the Supervisor of Operational Services or Lead hand, through oversight provided by Departmental Supervisors. The Operator Driver performs labouring and/or driving on a daily basis to complete maintenance/repairs for Operational Services programs such as but not limited to: road maintenance, sidewalk repair/replacement, bridge maintenance, litter/debris clean up, overland drainage maintenance, winter maintenance, Minimum Maintenance Standard inspections. The Operator Driver will perform road and right of way maintenance activities contingent with council approved services delivered by Operational Services Department. The duties will be performed in various locations and will vary dependent on location, maintenance needs, setting and weather. Duties will include, but are not limited to:
Road repairs (skin patch, potholes, overlay, road cuts)
Manual labour (shovelling, hand tools)
Traffic control (flagging, set up, tear down)
Concrete repairs (sidewalk replacement/repair, curb)
Ground restoration repair (utility cut)
Litter/bulk/debris pick up
Accident/incident response (barricades, debris clean up)
Culvert, ditching maintenance
Drainage inspections (Dike, hot spot)
Winter maintenance
Monitoring of river readings
This position will transfer seasonally and will assume additional responsibility of winter operator. These additional duties include, but are not limited to:
Operating various equipment (loaders, snow plow with wing, trackless, tractor, snow blower)
Perform snow removal, material application on road ways, sidewalks, pathways
Perform labouring duties such as shovelling, material applications on sidewalks
Perform other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job.
This position will be for Monday-Friday, 7:00am-:300pm, except during Winter Operations. Operational Services is a 24/7operation and hours are subject to change.
Qualifications
Applicant must have grade 12 or equivalent
Demonstrated road maintenance and concrete experience and training related to duties and programs listed above normally acquired by a combination of education and relevant work experience
General knowledge of general construction practices and techniques
Knowledge of relevant legislation such as Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations including W.H.M.I.S. legislation, 70 Hour Regulation, Book 7 Traffic Control and Minimum Maintenance Standards
Excellent customer service skills and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Working knowledge and computer skills utilizing web based search engines, tablets, smart phones, GPS tools and windows functions an asset
Ability to adapt to, and train for, new technology developments and software products in a continuous improvement work model
Must be able to understand and follow detailed procedures, instructions and take directions. Ability to accurately complete various logs, documents, inspection forms and other administrative information
Must be able to work in adverse road and weather conditions
Must possess a valid Class D license with a Z endorsement in good standing
Demonstrated experience operating a CVOR vehicle for more than 3 years an asset
Applicant must be capable of considerable physical effort, agility and possess the skill and ability to perform the duties listed above
Must be physically fit and able to complete labour intensive work, including heavy lifting
Must be available and able to work shifts including weekend, nights etc. with crew as well as independently with minimal supervision
WAGE/SALARY RANGE: $23.02 to $28.78 (40 hours per week) plus benefits.
To apply on-line, please visit the City of Brantford website at https://careers.brantford.ca/ and click on Current Opportunities.
Closing date for applications: Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 4:30 p.m.
Information gathered relative to this position will only be used for candidate selection.
We thank each applicant for taking the time and effort to submit your resume, however, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.
Our organization is committed to promoting the independence, dignity, integration, and equality of opportunity of persons with disabilities by ensuring the accessibility of our facilities and services. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $23.02-$28.78 per hour
Benefits:
Dental care
Life insurance
Paid time off
Flexible Language Requirement:
French not required
Supplemental pay types:
Overtime pay
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2024-04-25
Title: Operator Driver
Company: The Corporation of the City of Brantford
Location: Brantford
