Operator 2 - Operator/Loader (4 Positions)

Job Title: Operator 2 - Operator/Loader (4 Positions) Posting Number: 004693

Department: Community Operations Services Department Branch: Operations Parks & Environmental Services

Location: Consolidated Operations Depot

Posting Start Date: 2024/02/21 Posting End Date: 2024/03/01 by 4:30pm

Employment Group: CUPE 250 Salary Grade: 07-$32.59 - $34.23 Standard WeeklyHours ofWork: 40.00 Shift Work Required: Yes

Reporting to the Supervisor, Waste Collection and/or the Working Foreperson, the Operator/Loader is responsible for the collection of yard waste and/or waste along an assigned route.

Reporting to the Manager, Road Operations and under the direction of the Supervisor, Road Maintenance, Working Foreperson, Lead Hand or designate, the Operator 2 operates various pieces of equipment on scheduled shifts that pertain to winter maintenance activities and works along with an assigned crew when required.

Responsibilities

• Collect yard waste and/or waste along an assigned route by loading and operating a waste collection vehicle, on a rotating basis, in conjunction with another Operator/Loader
• Operate various units of Road Operations equipment listed under Type “A” and “B” equipment
• Work in accordance with City of Oshawa Safe Work Standards and the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Perform job functions of a Operator Loader as required
• Perform various duties related to Winter Control and/or Operations Call Board activities
• Physically work along with an assigned crew when required
• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Support and maintain the City of Oshawa Core Values of Authenticity, Courage and Trust (A.C.T.)

Requirements:

• Physically fit and able to perform strenuous work involving considerable effort for extended periods of time
• Capable of meeting productivity targets for assigned work in a safe manner
• This position requires picking up between 15-35 tonnes of waste daily
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Ontario Driver's License, minimum Class "DZ", in good standing, and able to pass the Corporation's tests for motor vehicle operation
• Capable of obtaining and maintaining a minimum Operator 2 internal license
• Willing and capable of training new operators on various types of equipment
• Knowledge, understanding of and ability to apply safety policies, standards, and legislation (Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act, WHMIS)
• Good communication skills and ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Able to follow and understand a route map and applicable work standards and by-laws which deal with routine and standardized situations
• Good interpersonal skills and courtesy to deal with the general public and to discuss routine information with colleagues.
• Must serve on the Operations Call Board in accordance with Article 11.05(c) of the CUPE 250 Collective Agreement and successfully complete all required training necessary to meet operational requirements
• The job may require scheduled work outside the Waste Collection Division and/or outside the Parks & Environmental Services Branch
• This position requires you to work evening and night shift
• The job requires over-time work outside normal working hours and on weekends.

As a condition of employment, the City of Oshawa will require successful candidates to undergo a Criminal Records and Judicial Matters check and an employment medical.

Please be advised that position location as noted is at the time of posting and is subject to change, as required due to operational needs.

The City of Oshawa is situated on lands and waters within the Williams Treaties Territory, home to seven First Nation communities of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Anishinaabeg, who have cared for and maintained these lands from time immemorial and continue to do so to present day.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). The City of Oshawa promotes the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. The City of Oshawa encourages applications from women, Indigenous Peoples and persons of all cultures, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, ages, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions.

The City of Oshawa will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities and/or needs related to the OHRC. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process or assistance with the application process please contact Human Resource Services. Personal information provided is collected under the authority of The Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.