Seasonal Employee - Technical Services

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The Town of Ajax, situated on the northern shore of Lake Ontario, is an innovative municipal sector leader that provides a variety of services to one of the fastest growing communities in Ontario.

With over 130,000 residents, Ajax's rich heritage and culturally diverse community make it a great place to work and live.

Seasonal Employee - Technical Services

Reporting to the Supervisor of Technical Services and Maintenance Contracts, the Seasonal Employee will support the Technical Services section with curb cutting contracts, Road Occupancy inspections and permits, Municipal Consent issuance, and various maintenance contracts.

Job Duties Include

The following responsibilities and duties of this position includes but is not limited to :

• Conducts field inspections including providing detailed documentation (including digital pictures), filing, and maintaining records for various deficiencies, hazards, inspection cycles.
• Conducts in-field measurements and mark-ups for curb cutting contract.
• Works collaboratively with utility companies and their respective contractors and other Town departments.
• Communicates with contractors and Road Occupancy Permit holders regarding deficiencies and restoration.
• Assists in addressing resident / community group concerns as they relate to Road Occupancy Permits and Municipal Consents.
• Provides support with various maintenance contracts.
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications / Skills

• Education in civil engineering technology is required.
• Relevant experience in civil engineering and field inspections.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Ability to understand the Highway Traffic Act and knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Good time management skills and organization skills.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and as part of a team.
• Superior computer skills relating to Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Valid Class "G" driver's license in good standing and clear driver’s abstract.
• Ability to provide a current Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to the Town of Ajax, upon being hired.

What is offered to staff

• Rate of Pay : $25.05 - $28.14 per hour
• Hours of Work : This is a unionized position that works a 40 hour work week in varying weather conditions. The hours of work are from 7 : 30 a.

m. to 4 : 00 p.m. Monday to Friday and are in accordance with the Collective Agreement. Seasonal Employees may be required to work a rotating shift, including days, evening and weekend shifts.

• Duration of Employment : This seasonal position works up to 150 days from about April to the end of November each year and is based on the operational needs of the department.
• Probationary Period : Seasonal Employees are required to complete a six (6) month probationary period and if the probation is successful, then the Seasonal Employees will be invited to return in subsequent seasons.
• Town Perks : The Town offers Seasonal Employees paid sick days, family days; Employee & Family Assistance Program; Health & Wellness Program, Town of Ajax Fitness Centre membership;

plus a defined benefits pension (OMERS pension - https : / / www.omers.com / ).