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The Township of Champlain requires a Winter Patrol and Equipment Operator to work split shifts on weekends from November to end of March or beginning of April:

Hours of Work: Saturday and Sunday: 2 AM to 6 AM and four (4) hour afternoon shifts at times as agreed to with the employer.  Some additional hours might be required from time to time

Salary: $29.13 per hour

Position Summary

You would be responsible for patrolling roads on weekends on behalf of the municipality and documenting the condition of roads and sidewalks to ensure the safety of citizens in inclement weather.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Patrol Township roads to identify conditions that require attention from our Public Works department, such as snow, ice, weather conditions, burnt-out streetlights, potholes, etc.
2. Record observations made during patrols.
3.  Submit observations to the supervisor.
4. Dispatch snowplough drivers as needed.
5. Drive vehicles such as pickup trucks, wheel loaders, and various other motorized equipment (large and small).

Qualifications

• While bilingualism is preferred, the Township is willing to hire a unilingual candidate if qualified bilingual candidates are not available
• Must be willing to work split shifts at weekends.

Education and Certificates:

• Driving License (Ontario Class G)
• Must have a clean driving record and be willing to submit a driving abstract
• Must provide a satisfactory Police Criminal Record Check (condition of employment) NOTE: if one is not available, you must be willing to have the Township schedule the required Criminal Record Check prior to employment. 

Required Experience and Abilities

• Reliable and available during scheduled hours
• Ability to work independently as an important member of a team.
• Ability to work with others to achieve common goals.
• Ability to remain calm with people in difficult circumstances

Asset Experience and Abilities

• AZ or DZ driving license would be an asset
• Technical, mechanical and construction experience would be an asset
• Heavy Equipment experience would be an asset
• CPR and First aid certificates would be assets
• WHMIS, is required and can be arranged through the employer.

Working Conditions

• The salary for this position (level 4 of the Township’s salary grid) is $29.13 per hour.
• Core hours are on Weekends; However, the schedule may vary from time to time. Specifically:

This position is based an expected 16 -20 hours of work carried out in split shifts of 4 hours each over Saturday and Sunday. 

A typical schedule might be nights from 2 am to 6 am and days consisting of four-hour shifts starting at a time to be agreed upon at the time of employment. Some additional hours may be required from time to time

• Will be required to work in inclement weather conditions.
• Be ’on-call’ and able to report to work within 30 minutes of being called during the winter season.  Note: The dates and length of the ‘season’ are at the discretion of the Director of Public Works.
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

Applications

Interested persons are invited to submit their CVs/ resumés using the Townships online form. 

This position is open until a suitable candidate is hired

Start Date: As soon as possible

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The Township of Champlain is seeking to create a pool of dynamic and motivated individuals to fill Permanent Full-Time and Part-Time Contract positions.

This position is responsible for operating all roads equipment, as required. It is also responsible for maintaining logbooks regarding equipment operated and day-to-day activities performed.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs year-round maintenance functions on roads, equipment, and municipal buildings.
• Responds promptly to emergency situations, i.e., severe storms, road blockages, winter storm events, etc.
• Operates graders, backhoes, trucks, snowplows, mowers, and all other heavy machinery owned by the Municipality.
• Performs labourer duties and road patrols.
• Completes written reports regarding roadwork completed and road conditions observed that could require maintenance and daily equipment logs.
• Assists with road construction.
• Performs minor mechanical repairs and service on assigned equipment.
• Assists with repairs and maintenance to water, wastewater, and storm water systems.
• Participates in staff training.
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

Do you have the following Qualifications:

• A High School diploma.
• A minimum one-year road-related program (e.g., T.J. Mahony Road School), or an equivalent combination of courses and experience.
• Significant relevant experience operating heavy equipment and snowplowing.
• A valid Ontario DZ class Drivers License (Class AZ would be an asset).
• Good oral and written communication skills in both English and French (Bilingual)
• Some knowledge of equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of road maintenance and construction practices
• The physical ability to carry out manual labour.
• A valid First A secondary Aid & CPR certificate or be willing to be trained.
• A satisfactory current Police Criminal Record Check OR are willing to have one carried out prior to employment.

Working Conditions:

• Pay Level 4a: Hourly rate one of five steps ranging from $29.13 to $34.74.
Hours of work:  
• 40-hour work week, working day shifts from Monday to Friday.
• On-call shifts during the winter schedule and critical situations during other seasons.
• Regular exposure to temperature extremes, inclement weather, dust, dirt, waste, etc.
• Moderate to heavy physical activity.
• Sitting or driving for periods of more than two hours requiring heightened attention.
• Lifting objects that may exceed 22 kg for periods of one to two hours.
• Exposed to physical hazards and danger while working with or near heavy equipment.
• Potential stress related to meeting deadlines or working in emotionally charged situations.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be willing and able to work irregular hours performing normal tasks or others, as assigned.
• Must be “on call” 24/7 at all times during the winter season and occasionally during other seasons to attend at emergency and weather situations. This requires being willing and able to get to the garage within 30 minutes of the Patroller’s call.
• Must have satisfactory current Police Criminal Record Check prior to employment
• Must be bilingual

Applications

Qualified candidates are invited to apply through our online application form.

Deadline: on-going
Start date: Various start dates depending on vacancies as they arise during the year. 

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