Employment Opportunity: Operational Services Lead Hand - Closes May 2, 2024
Operational Services Lead Hand (Full-Time, Permanent)
We are seeking an individual who thrives in a culture of change and progression to join #TeamTay as an Operational Services Lead Hand; an integral and valued role on the Township’s Operational Services Team. We are looking for adaptability to our growing and evolving Municipality and demonstrated enthusiasm for positively impacting the Corporation and our Community as one.
Reporting to the Supervisor of Operational Services, the Operational Services Lead Hand is responsible for supporting the Supervisor with the day-to-day coordination and supervision of Operational Services staff as they execute the operating functions of the Roads, Fleet, Parks, Recreation and Facilities Operational Services divisions. The Lead Hand works alongside Operational Services staff performing functions and operating equipment required in the construction and maintenance of the Township roads, parks, and facilities operations and capital works, pursuant to the Township’s policies and procedures.
Qualifications
- Class ‘DZ’ Drivers Licence in good standing; Class ‘AZ’ Driver’s Licence in good standing is considered an asset.
- OSSD (Ontario Secondary School Diploma) or equivalent.
- Progressive supervisory experience, preferably in a municipal or public sector environment is considered an asset.
- Minimum of 3 years of related, progressive work experience, in municipal operations related to core municipal infrastructure (e.g., roads, bridges, culverts, parks, facilities); Minimum of 3 years of experience in the operation of heavy equipment including but not limited to backhoes, dozers, loaders, graders, and tandem or tri-axle trucks with snowplough equipment.
- Ability to exercise attention to detail and auditory, mental, and visual concentration and alertness to ensure the safety of others; ability to work independently in a safe, effective, and efficient manner; ability to safely operate varying pieces of equipment (e.g., snowplough, backhoe etc.).
This position is required to be on standby, rotating on-call (evenings and weekends) and may be required to respond to emergency or critical situations requiring an immediate response and to conduct road condition patrols after hours and on weekends during the winter season as required. Involves driving in severe, inclement weather for extended periods in the winter season and other seasons, as required; repetition requiring alertness is experienced when driving for extended periods.
The compensation range for this full-time, permanent position is $32.53 to $38.06 per hour with a 40-hour work week; subject to variable days and hours of work. We also offer a comprehensive pension and benefit package (conditions may apply).
Join #TeamTay today and help transform the way local government connects with the community it serves.
Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to do the following:
- Reference the complete position description including comprehensive qualifications available on the Tay Township website – tay.ca/jobs
- Please submit a cover letter and resume via email by 4:00 p.m., Thursday, May 2, 2024, to the attention of Human Resources (HR@Tay.ca).
Application Notes:
- Please reference ‘2024-015’ within the email subject line.
- Please indicate how you heard about this opportunity within your application.
We kindly thank all applicants who apply, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act will only be used for candidate selection. Tay Township is an equal-opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessible Canada Act, 2019 and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by the Tay Township throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process for applicants with disabilities.