Operations Technician

Status - Co-op Student - Student - Length of assignment - 4 - Start Date - May 5, 2025 - Salary - Per hour - Salary Grade - Department - York Region -> Public Works -> Roads, Traffic & Fleet - Location - Central Roads Operations Centre - 16042 Woodbine Ave - Newmarket, ON L3Y3T9 CA North Patrol Yard - 3525 Baseline Road - Sutton, ON L0E 1R0 CA SE Patrol Yard - 1700 Major Mackenzie Drive East - Richmond Hill, ON L4S 1B4 CA South West Roads Operations Centre - 2850 Rutherford - 2850 Rutherford Road - Concord, ON L4K 2N9 CA (Primary) - Job Description (E) Our employees do what they love and love what they do We're consistently recognized as an employer of choice in Canada. Earlier this year, Forbes Canada ranked York Region as the top government organization in Canada, and the fourth best in the country overall. We're progressive and collaborative, with a clear, long-term vision. We value employees' contributions and inspire excellence. We're driven by a desire to help shape and serve the growing communities in which we live and work. As a student at York Region, you will not only gain exposure in the public sector, but also have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful initiatives, connect with leaders and peers and explore your career path to find your passion Join us this summer and get up close to the world of government, find out what excites and inspires you, and where it could take you. **POSITION PURPOSE** Under the guidance and direction of senior staff, is responsible for providing technical operational support to the Roads Maintenance Districts and staff to ensure compliance of operational work practices with appropriate quality standards. **POSITION TITLE**:Operations Technician - Student **DEPARTMENT/BRANCH**: Public Works - Roads and Traffic Operations **LOCATIONS**: - #1 District - 16042 Woodbine Ave Newmarket, Ontario L3Y3T9, Canada - #2 District - 1700 Major MacKenzie Drive Richmond Hill, Ontario L4C5J1, Canada - #3 District - 3525 Baseline Road Sutton, Ontario L4P3E9, Canada - #4 District - 2850 Rutherford Road Vaughan, Ontario L4K2N6, Canada **HOURLY RATE OF PAY**:$18.83 - $27.39 (depends on year of study) **SCHEDULED SHIFTS**: 0730 - 1530 **WORK TERM DURATION**:4 or 8 months **BENEFITS TO STUDENT** Our students will gain and build on skills in variety of areas including technical, mechanical, interpersonal and customer service. You’ll also be working with a diverse, dedicated team who, above all, value safety, teamwork and mentorship. You will see first-hand, the role the local government plays in keeping York Region moving Other benefits include: - Exposure to public sector - Opportunity to solve complex problems - Making a positive impact on the community - Active Student Social Committee and opportunity to connect with your peers - Chance to explore career paths - Group benefits - Competitive pay rates **MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES** **Road Maintenance Operation Technician Functions**: Assists Divisional staff in providing technical support to the Roads Maintenance Districts to ensure the quality and quantity assurance of contracted work is in compliance with specifications - Assists in maintaining, monitoring, and reporting on public complaints, road encroachment approvals and various municipal and agency related activities on the regional road system - Assists in preparing and coordinating appropriate documentation relating to reconciliation of materials used by the work units and recovery of external funds for work performed by the Region stemming from accidents, work for outside agencies, developers, etc. - Creates work orders for maintenance staff - Assists in preparing and coordinating background data to assist and defend insurance related claims - Performs minor contract inspections to ensure work is performed according to specifications - Ensures that services provided meet Regional customer service standards - Responds to inquiries from the public or contractors in accordance with Regional standards - Assists in performing condition assessments on infrastructure and other related assets - Assists in inspecting assets within accordance to MMS standards Assists in reviewing and inputting data related winter maintenance activities**Vehicle Operations**: - **Required G license to operate motor vehicles while working for York Region, free of any demerit points**: - The vehicle you can expect to operate is a light-duty pickup truck with two or four doors with an average length of 17.’-19’. - Vehicles are equipped with flashing beacon and a motorized TC-12 Arrow board for additional safety **QUALIFICATIONS**: - Currently enrolled in a full-time post secondary Civil Engineering Program - Requires a co-op, internship or placement in order to graduate - **Valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license free of any demerit points**: - Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and related workplace procedures including the Highway Traffic Act and the Manual of Uniform Traffi