Lead Hand/Winter Equipment Operator

Greater Sudbury; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Greater Sudbury is seeking a Roads Operations supervisor to oversee a crew performing minor construction and maintenance, reporting to a Foreperson on Black Lake Road.

The role requires Grade XII and at least five years of related experience, with strong English communication. It is a permanent position with 80 hours bi-weekly, shift work, and pay at $34.51/hour. A development track is available at $32.78/hour.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of secondary school (Grade XII).
• Minimum of five (5) years satisfactory related experience.
• Must be capable of overseeing a crew on maintenance and minor construction.
• Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee activities of a crew engaged in minor construction and maintenance projects.
• Perform light work while supervising the crew.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and provincial legislation.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Supervision

Team leadership

English proficiency

Operational safety

Education

Secondary School (Grade XII)

Job description

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Section: Roads Operations
Division:Linear Infrastructure Services
Department:Community Infrastructure
Initial Reporting Location: Black Lake Road

Job Status:Permanent Position
Number of Vacancies:1
Union Affiliation:CUPE 4705 Outside Unit
Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly
Shift Work Required: Yes
Rate of Pay: $34.51 per hour

The start date will follow the selection process.

Main Function: Responsible to supervise the activities of a crew.

Characteristic: Under the general supervision of a Foreperson.

Duties:
1. Responsible for overseeing the activities of a crew engaged in minor construction and maintenance projects.
2. Required to do light work along with overseeing the crew.
3. Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
4. Perform other related duties as required.

NOTE: This classification automatically converts to a Winter Control Position for the Winter Control Period in accordance with the terms and conditions outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Note: The above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be construed as all inclusive.

Qualifications

Education and Training:

• Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years satisfactory related experience.

Other Requirements:

• Must be capable of overseeing a crew on maintenance and minor construction.
• Must have proven ability to operate efficiently, all types of small equipment employed on minor construction and maintenance projects, such as tapping equipment, compressors, compaction equipment, etc.
• Must be able to exercise sound judgement in cases of emergency.
• Must be able to effectively complete C.M.M.S. Crew Cards.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills in dealing with the public, staff and outside agencies in a courteous and effective manner.
• Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
• Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
• May require the use of a CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver's licence and have an acceptable driving record.

This job is also being posted as a development opportunity. Should there be no fully qualified candidate for this position, a candidate who can be expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period of time may be considered for this position as a development opportunity.

Development opportunity rate of pay: $32.78 per hour. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced rate until the minimum qualifications have been met.

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