Roads Maintainer

16 hours ago

Waterloo, Canada Region of Waterloo Full time

Performs general roads maintenance activities on regional roads, bridges and roadsides, including winter snow plowing and ice control duties and general summer roads maintenance activities, with emphasis on region-wide activities such as bridge washing, crack sealing, shouldering, drainage works, and island cleaning.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

- Functional knowledge and demonstrated skill and ability in roads maintenance procedures and operations; road building requirements; surveying procedures; and operating the full range of job-related equipment, acquired through a Grade 12 education plus 2 years of directly related experience, or, a Grade 10 education plus 3 years of directly related experience.
- Must have a valid Class D driver's licence with Z endorsement and acceptable driving record to operate regional vehicles/equipment.
- Knowledge of and ability to comply with policies, procedures, related legislation and standards (e.g., Ontario Traffic Manual, health and safety, Highway Traffic Act, Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, Book 7), and on-the-job training.
- Communication skills to understand instructions; interact professionally with others; respond to general questions from the public; and participate as an effective team member.
- Ability to read, understand, and interpret traffic control plans, safety notices, equipment operation manuals, and safety data sheets. Ability to complete vehicle maintenance checklists, CVOR reports, and other basic written communications.
- Computer skills with ability to use software such as a work/asset management system, Microsoft Office (Outlook), weather monitoring systems, hours of service software, and time and attendance systems.
- Ability to function effectively and safely in a variety of environmental conditions.
- Must demonstrate successful completion of a physical demands test (pre-hire).
- Ability to work variable hours and shifts, including weekends, evenings, holidays, and nights, as assigned. Ability to work shifts lasting up to 14 hours as required.
- Participates in a regular on-call rotation to respond to after-hours emergencies and urgent matters, including evenings and weekends.
- Ability to support and demonstrate the Region’s values.

The Region of Waterloo is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At the Region, we respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity. The Region of Waterloo is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Alternate formats of this document are available upon request. Please contact the Service First Contact Centre at phone number
519-575-4400
, or TTY number 519-575-4608 to request an alternate format.

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The Regional Municipality of Waterloo,
Human Resources Department
150 Frederick Street, 3rd Floor,
Kitchener, Ontario N2G 4J3

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