Patrol/dispatch (Road Worker Ii)

**About Middlesex County**

Middlesex County is a vibrant upper-tier municipality located in Southwestern Ontario. We offer a thriving business climate, easy access to transportation routes, and quality of life. Middlesex County offers residents easy commutes, safe communities, a diverse economy, exceptional healthcare facilities, affordable housing, an array of educational opportunities and bountiful recreation and cultural choices in a picturesque setting. The County’s administration headquarters are located in London but Middlesex County is comprised of unique villages, towns and rural communities that have great attractions for residents and tourists.

At Middlesex County, you will have a chance to make an impact in your everyday work and build lasting relationships in the communities in which we live and serve. We offer a culture that values inclusion, diversity of thought, and employee development. We invest in our people to help them leverage their strengths to achieve their career aspirations. Come and join our team

**Position Overview**

As assigned by the District Foreman, the Patrol/Dispatch (Road Worker II) constructs and maintains roads, roadsides, culverts, bridges, safety devices, equipment, and performs winter control operations. Job duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

- Patrols roads, advises Foreman of road conditions, and documents road conditions. Works winter shifts including morning, afternoon, evening and overnight as required for road patrol/dispatch duties
- Performs roadside maintenance by mowing grass, trimming/removing of brush and trees, cleaning and repair of storm sewers, catch basins, culverts, patching, shoulder maintenance, filling of washouts, repairing, adjusting and installing signs, cleaning curbs and gutters, picking up litter and debris
- Rebuilds, installs, maintains and removes snow removal and ice control equipment
- Disposes of dead animals on the road allowance
- Manufactures signs and operates sign shop equipment
- Flags traffic
- Brings to the attention of the District Foreman any unusual situations on the right-of-way
- Cleans, maintains, and repairs District Garages and yards as directed
- Subject to call-outs outside of regular hours for maintenance and winter control work
- Other related duties as assigned

**Qualifications**
- Grade 12 or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Class G Licence
- 1 to 2 years of previous construction and maintenance experience
- Good working knowledge of road safety practices

**Location**

The position will be based out of the Middlesex County Primary Operations Centre located at 1988 Gainsborough Road, London, Ontario.

**What We Offer**
- Competitive compensation: the pay rate for this position is $28.43 per plus 12% pay in lieu of benefits and 4% vacation pay
- Afternoon shift premium of $1.20 per hour
- Ability to participate in the OMERS (Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System) pension plan
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Ongoing training and development

**How to Apply**

**Accommodations**

Middlesex County is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. If you are contacted for an interview, please advise us of any accommodations that may be required. This information will be treated confidentially and only used for the purpose of providing an accessible recruitment experience.

**Additional Information**

**Job Type**: Seasonal

Pay: $28.43 per hour

Expected hours: 28 - 42 per week

Licence/Certification:

- Class G Licence (preferred)

**Location**:

- London, ON (preferred)

Work Location: In person