Mechanic / General Labourer - Public Works

Rockwood, ON

General Labourer/Operator/Vehicle Mechanic

Full-time

The Township of Guelph/Eramosa is located at the south end of Wellington County, surrounding the City of Guelph and is a vibrant rural and small urban municipality.

The Public Works department is seeking applications for an experienced and mechanically inclined individual to perform a variety of duties associated with roads, equipment, and vehicle maintenance.

Reporting to the Public Works Foreman, the primary duties of this dual position include:

• Responsible for operating and maintaining various equipment, driving single and tandem axel vehicles
• Provide trouble shooting, repair and maintenance expertise to the Public Works Roads Division
• Maintain the good order of the Township’s fleet of vehicles, light and heavy equipment, snowplows, and hand tools
• Perform a variety of construction, snow/ice removal, maintenance and repair services to public roads and property

The successful candidate will have:

• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
• 310T Truck and Coach Licence required
• A valid Ontario Driver’s Licence, Class “D” with a “Z” endorsement and a Ministry of Transportation abstract in good standing
• Minimum five (5) years of experience or equivalent as a mechanic working with light vehicles, heavy trucks, equipment, and hand tools
• Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in roads maintenance
• Previous snowplow experience is preferred
• Possess a comprehensive working knowledge of the repair, maintenance, and operation of a variety of light and heavy trucks, equipment, and hand tools
• Basic knowledge of computers
• Good communication skills and the ability to deal with the public in a tactful manner
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Capability to perform tasks in varying environmental conditions
• First Aid and CPR training would be considered an asset
• Working knowledge of all Occupational Health and Safety, and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System regulations

The salary range for this position is $27.08 – $35.65 per hour

We thank all applicants and only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and committed to a barrier-free workplace. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment and handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.