Skilled Labourer

**Division**: Transportation **Important Notices & Amendments**: The Summer portions of this position will take place at the Pelham Patrol Yard and the Winter Portion of this position will take place at the Smithville Patrol Yard. **About Us**: Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara. Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries. Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada’s most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities. Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada’s most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario’s most breathtaking countryside. An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S. neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses. Please note that the Niagara Region requires that all newly hired employees are to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of being hired and provide proof of full vaccination, or provide proof of a bona fide medical or Human Rights Code exemption on a form issued from and approved by Niagara Region. **Seasonal Job Description**: Truck Driver (Winter) **JOB SUMMARY**: Operates trucks over 11,000 kg. Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), including attachments, according to the Highway Traffic Act, Public Commercial Vehicle Act (PCVA.) and Regional guidelines. Installs and removes attachments. When not operating truck performs other duties such as paperwork, housekeeping, and various road maintenance activities. **QUALIFICATIONS**: **EDUCATION**: - Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. **KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE**: - Minimum of 2 to 3 years in a similar environment. **SKILLS**: - Must successfully complete Regional Administered Operator Training/Testing. - Must possess basic mechanical, electronic, and hydraulic knowledge and skills to operate the above mentioned equipment. - Must complete W.H.M.I.S training. - Must possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted class “DZ” license for the class of the vehicle operated - Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid is an asset. **SPECIAL CONDITIONS**: - It is the employee’s responsibility to possess and maintain a valid and restriction-free driver’s license of appropriate class to carry out the duties of the job. **Seasonal Job Description**: Skilled Labourer (Summer) **JOB SUMMARY**: Utilize manual labour, hand tools, power tools and/or small equipment such as a brush chipper and asphalt roller, including ride-on type rollers to assist in various road maintenance activities. Operate vehicles up to 11,000 kg. Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) according to the Highway Traffic Act, Public Commercial Vehicle Act (PCVA), and Regional guidelines. **QUALIFICATIONS**: **EDUCATION**: - Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. **KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE**: - Minimum of 6 months to 1 year in a similar environment. - Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid is an asset. **SKILLS**: - Must possess a mechanical aptitude and knowledge of basic tools and equipment related to road maintenance activities. **SPECIAL CONDITIONS**: - Must possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted class "G" license for the class of the vehicle operated - Must possess chainsaw and brush chipper certification. - Must complete WHMIS training. **Shift Information**: **Closing Statement**: Uncover the wonder of the Niagara Region and join a team dedicated to meeting tomorrow’s challenges TODAY - Phone: 905-980-6000 ext. 3252 or 1-800-263-7215 - Bell Relay: 1-800-855-0511 - In-person: Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON L2V 4T7 - Human Resources Department