Operations Technician

Status - Permanent Full-Time - Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months - Type of Position - a Replacement - Start Date - Immediate - Salary - Per hour - Salary Grade - $40.93 - $44.48 - Department - York Region -> Public Works -> Roads, Traffic & Fleet - Location - North Patrol Yard - 3525 Baseline Road - Sutton, ON L0E 1R0 CA (Primary) - Job Description (E) **ABOUT US** Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada - and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources. **WHAT WE OFFER** Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace - aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls. - **Defined Benefit Pension Program** - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions. - **Employer of Choice**: - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations. - **Benefits and Wellness** - Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan that includes extended health, dental and life insurance, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. - **Inclusive and Diverse Workforce** - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership. **ABOUT THE ROLE** Reporting to the District Roads Supervisor, is responsible for providing technical operational support to the individual patrol organization to ensure compliance of operational work practices with appropriate quality standards, and to function as Lead Operator on an acting basis during the winter. **WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING** - Provides technical support to the Roads Supervisors, Lead Operators and Transportation Maintenance Workers, to ensure the quality and quantity assurance of contracted work is in compliance with specifications. - Performs winter road maintenance patrol activities on shift arrangement during winter period; initiates and directs operational response activities including winter sanding, salting, snow removal, etc. of both internal and external forces. - Prepares and coordinates the preparation of background data to assist and defend insurance related claims. - Provides technical operational capacity of inputting road maintenance management and/or support services management system data. - Evaluates effectiveness and efficiencies of work operations and accomplishments in compliance with Regional standards. - Establishes and maintains monitoring control processes to ensure operational activities, equipment purchases, fleet maintenance, support services and corridor patrol procedures of the work crew are in compliance with Regional objectives. - Responds to inquiries from the public or contractors in accordance with Regional standards. - Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives. **WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR** - Successful completion of a two (2) year Community College Diploma Program in Civil Engineering Technology or approved equivalent. - Minimum one (1) year experience in operational or construction related practices in a transportation related organization. - Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s licence. - Knowledge of field survey equipment. - Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, guidelines, procedures and standards, including the Highway Traffic Act, Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices and Occupational Health and Safety Act. - Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service, communication, teamwork, initiative/self management and accountability, and flexibility/adaptability. - Ability to analyze and assess current work methods and initiate draft revisions. - A