Road Maintenance Technician #8814

Employment Help Centre; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-based employment agency in Hamilton is seeking a dedicated individual for infrastructure maintenance. Responsibilities include servicing and repairing roadways, traffic control setup, and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience. A valid driver's license is required. This position offers a chance to contribute positively to community infrastructure.

Benefits

Equal employment opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Must practice safe work methods to remain accident and injury free.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors.
• Ability to work flexibly to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

• Maintains roads and infrastructure as per contract standards.
• Creates safe traffic control setups including cones and signage.
• Repairs and maintains functionality of roadway assets.

Skills

Knowledge of underground infrastructure maintenance

Ability to recognize hazards

Safe work methods

Basic math functions

Attention to detail

Education

HS Diploma or GED

1 year work experience in infrastructure maintenance

Tools

Hand and power tools

Snow removal equipment

Vehicle large trucks

Job description

Position Summary
Responsible for maintenance, servicing and repairs of roads and other infrastructure assets. This individual will be responsible for maintaining contracted assets (such as roadways, medians, signs, guardrails, fences, bridges, tunnels, vegetation, etc.) per standards in the contract and as directed by supervisor.

*Please note - in order to support our road maintenance services, this role may be assigned to operations of equipment for winter (if applicable) or summer operations as required.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Creates safe Maintenance of Traffic, control by setup and removal of traffic control devices including cones, message/arrow boards, temporary signage, etc.
• Must be comfortable working from heights in bucket trucks, scaffolding, ladders and aerial platforms lifts.
• Basic maintenance and repair of bridge structures and equipment rooms including portals, railings, expansion joints, doors, and painting as required.
• Repairs/maintains functionality of roadway catch basins, sumps and pumps, fire hydrants and other mechanical assets through use of shovels and other hand or power tools and equipment.
• Repairs/maintains functionality of equipment room ventilation systems
• Repairs/maintains basic electrical systems including emergency telephones, CCTV systems, electronic traffic signs, call boxes, lane signals, lighting,
• Transports crew and equipment to work sites operating vehicle large trucks and specialized motor vehicles and trailers.
• Required to be available for emergency response rotations as need for overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Positively contribute to a diverse, inclusive and fair work environment, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment.
• Carry out all duties in line with Company policies and procedures as amended from time to time.
• Maintain and repair highway and other surfaces including potholes, striping, adding or replacing reflectors, working with concrete and asphalt.
• Creates safe traffic control by setup and removal of traffic control devices including cones, message/arrow boards, temporary signage, etc.
• Maintains clean appearance of highways and medians through litter and debris removal and disposal (may use litter claw or other device)
• Repairs/maintains functionality of slopes, berms, culverts, drains, etc. through use of shovels and other hand or power tools and equipment
• Controls vegetation appearance and growth through use of lawn mowing equipment, hand or power trimmers, and chemical sprayers and other methods
• Maintains the appearance and functionality of signs, guardrails, fence, and lighting through repair and/or replacement using hand or power tools.
• Keep roadways free of debris including ice and snow by using snow removal and/or sanding equipment
• Transports crew and equipment to work sites operating vehicle pickup trucks and specialized motor vehicles
• Required to be available and accessible for emergency response rotations as need for overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• All other duties as assigned.
• Avoids legal challenges by complying with federal, state, and local legal requirements.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of underground infrastructure maintenance.
• Must practice safe work methods to remain accident and injury free.
• Ability to recognize hazards inherent in routine and non-routine tasks and make adjustments to avoid loss, injury or accident.
• Will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) appropriate to your job.
• Ability to cooperate and communicate written or verbally with co-workers and supervisor.
• Ability to perform basic math functions (add, subtract, multiply divide, calculate proportions, percentages, measurements).
• Ability to understand instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to read, write and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals to comply with contractual requirements
• Ability to work flexibly and willingness to work extensively to meet business needs
• High level of attention to detail.
• Takes ownership of responsibilities
• Basic knowledge of the standard methods, materials, tools and equipment used in concrete, asphalt repair, construction and maintenance.
• Skill in the use and care of small hand power tools associated with the work.
• Ability to interface with the public in a professional manner.

Education and Experience

• HS Diploma or GED (Required)
• One (1) year work experience in infrastructure, maintenance, and repair. (Preferred)
• A valid driver license and a good driving record are required to drive a company vehicle.
  CDL, DOT/MTO certifications, Electrical and Welding Certifications (Highly Desirable)

Work Conditions / Physical Demands

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely exposed to traffic and outside weather conditions including extreme heat and cold. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high precarious places; fume or airborne particles. Frequent exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, frequent exposure to insects and infrequent exposure to reptiles/rodents. The noise level in the work environment usually moderate but on occasion can be more than moderate.

Physical Demands
The employee is regularly required to stand; sit; walk on a wide range of surfaces; use hands and fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted. Use manual and powered pneumatic, hydraulic, gas, and electric powered tools and equipment. Vision abilities include both close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Ability to pass fit test for respirator as required. Ability to work at heights. Ability to work in confined spaces.

The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Webber, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam Era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Webber, LLC complies with applicable local, state and federal laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at each location the Company operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

We Are Open For In-Person Services By Appointment

To schedule an appointment with one of our Employment Advisors or use our resource area, please contact us by phone or email at any of our 3 locations.

Monday – Friday | 8:30am – 4:30pm

905-563-9675

Grimsby

905-309-9675

Smithville

Village Square Plaza
249 St. Catharine St.
Smithville, ON

905-957-9675

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