Foreperson - Roads

Position Type:
Regular Full Time (RFT)

Closing Date:
October 2, 2024

Salary/Wage Range:
$35.70 - $37.58

Union:
CUPE Local 44

Working for the City of Burlington

A great career is closer than you think. Come work for the City of Burlington, where you'll be joining an innovative and progressive workplace focused on building a 21st century city that respects the diversity of our residents, visitors and employees; and prioritizes continuous opportunities for you to learn and grow.

We don't just spend time attracting the best talent. We spend time and resources to keep the best talent. This may include: flexible working hours, mobile and hybrid working arrangements, a great pension and benefits package, as well as programs to foster innovation and leadership.

Location:
Position Overview:
This position reports to the Supervisor of Roads and Sidewalks and will support the planning and scheduling of resources necessary to effectively carry out work programs supporting the repair and maintenance of roads and drainage assets. This position will also provide guidance to crews regarding procedures, equipment, and work methods.

Responsibilities:
This position will be responsible for:
- Organizing and assigning work for frontline staff and assisting in daily work activities as necessary.- Auditing and monitoring work progress, reviewing maintenance schedules, and performing inspections to ensure standards are met regarding work performed on mainly roadways, including sidewalks, and drainage assets.- Instructing, training and orientating staff in all aspects of the job and providing feedback on performance.- Investigating and responding to inquiries from the public, emergency services, as well as other departments, senior management and members of Council.- Operating and performing minor maintenance on various types of motor vehicles and equipment.- Purchasing and arranging delivery of supplies from vendors and inspecting shipments to confirm quality and quantity of materials meet order specifications.- Providing information and monitoring work of contractors to ensure compliance with health and safety standards and contractual obligations.-
- Complying with requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the Highway Traffic Act, Ontario Traffic Manual Book 7, Federal, Provincial and City regulations, policies, and procedures (ie. Minimum Maintenance Standards, City Levels of Service).- Performing the role of a stand-in Supervisor on occasions when the Supervisor is not available. This may include on-call responsibilities.

Requirements:
A valid DZ driver’s licence is required with an acceptable driver’s abstract (no more than three (3) driving related convictions or an accumulation of no more than three (3) demerit points in the previous three (3) years prior to the date of hire).

Accommodations

if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Note to Applicants: