Operations Technician - Roads (Technician II)

York Region (The Regional Municipality of York); Newmarket; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OMERS Pension

Health Spending Account

Inclusive & Diverse Workforce

Job summary

York Region (The Regional Municipality of York) seeks a District-based Lead Operator to provide technical support for road maintenance and supervise crews during the winter period. The role is a temporary full-time assignment based in Newmarket, Ontario.

Responsibilities include directing winter sanding, salting and snow removal, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and assisting with data for insurance claims. Shift hours are 7:00am–3:00pm, with a 37.5 weekly target.

Qualifications

• Two-year Community College Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or approved equivalent.
• Knowledge of field survey equipment.
• Knowledge of Highway Traffic Act, MUCTD, OHSA.
• Computer literacy with MS Office and specialized software.
• Ability to lead winter maintenance teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical operational support for the patrol organization to ensure quality standards.
• Act as Lead Operator during winter maintenance from November to April.
• Coordinate winter sanding, salting, snow removal on shifts.
• Prepare background data to defend insurance claims.
• Monitor and evaluate efficiency of work operations.

Job description

Job Title

Status

Temporary Full-Time

Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months

22

Type of Position

a Replacement

Start Date

immediate

Per hour

Job Description (E)

ABOUT US

Almost 1.3 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2051. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people.Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Defined Benefit Pension Program- With the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Benefits and Wellness- Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Programand corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce- We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the District Supervisor Roads Infrastructure Southwest, is responsible for providing technical operational support to the individual patrol organization to ensure compliance of operational work practices with appropriate quality standards, and to function as Lead Operator on an acting basis during the winter.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Provides technical support to the Roads Supervisors, Lead Operators and Transportation Maintenance Workers, to ensure the quality and quantity assurance of contracted work is in compliance with specifications.
• Performs winter road maintenance patrol activities on shift arrangement during winter period; initiates and directs operational response activities including winter sanding, salting, snow removal, etc. of both internal and external forces.
• Prepares and coordinates the preparation of background data to assist and defend insurance related claims.
• Provides technical operational capacity of inputting road maintenance management and/or support services management system data.
• Evaluates effectiveness and efficiencies of work operations and accomplishments in compliance with Regional standards.
• Establishes and maintains monitoring control processes to ensure operational activities, equipment purchases, fleet maintenance, support services and corridor patrol procedures of the work crew are in compliance with Regional objectives.
• Responds to inquiries from the public or contractors in accordance with Regional standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Successful completion of a two (2) year Community College Diploma Program in Civil Engineering Technology or approved equivalent.
• Minimum one (1) year experience in operational or construction related practices in a transportation related organization.
• Knowledge of field survey equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, guidelines, procedures and standards, including the Highway Traffic Act, Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices and Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Knowledge of and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer service, communication, teamwork, initiative/self management and accountability, and flexibility/adaptability.
• Computer literacy utilizing MS Office software applications as well as proficiency with the application of specialized software relevant to the technical specialty.
• Ability to analyze and assess current work methods and initiate draft revisions.
• Ability to act as Lead Operator during winter maintenance period from November to April, including providing technical leadership to work crews.
• Ability to work rotating shifts during winter maintenance period when acting as Lead Operator.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labourer work in adverse weather conditions when acting as Lead Operator.
• Ability to work outside regular business hours as required.

Location

Central Patrol Yard - 16042 Woodbine Avenue, - Newmarket, ON L3Y 4X1 CA (Primary)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Scheduled Shifts

7:00am - 3:00pm

Close Date

September 21, 2026

# of Hires Needed

1

Union

CUPE Local 4900

Salary Grade

$43.95 - $47.77