Irrigation Technician - Oakville, Canada - Town of Oakville

Town of Oakville

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Oakville, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Details:

Temporary Full Time (CUPE 136T)

Posting Status:

Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants

Duration:

Indefinite

Closing Date:

Applications for this position must be received at by no later than 11:59 pm on
May 22, 2024.

This position reports to the Supervisor Sports Fields & IPM and is responsible for safely operating all tractors, vehicles, and attachments necessary to maintain park facilities and installation of new development projects.

The functions performed in this position are in accordance with established standard operating procedures and practices. Work is checked and reviewed during the performance of it.

Responsibilities:

Performs routine maintenance procedures on existing park facilities and installation of new development projects, i.e. irrigation systems, steps, bridges, backstops, benches, signage, interlocking stone.
Acts as a liaison when new systems are being installed.
Performs parks construction work involving; painting, landscaping, fencing, irrigation and building repairs.
Assists in maintaining necessary records for monthly and yearly inspections of facilities.
Informs and communicates all deterioration of Town Properties to Supervisor including vandalism,
Operates all tractors, vehicles, frontend loaders and attachments and hand and power tools in a safe and efficient manner.
Performs daily circle checks on equipment, making any necessary minor repairs in the prescribed manner, and scheduling any major repairs with the Supervisor.
Inspection and/or completion of traffic safety plans as required.
Repairs and maintains all tools and equipment ensuring they are clean and lubricated.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum of Grade 12 education with Turf Management Courses or acceptable equivalent in education and experience.
Successful completion of an Irrigation Technologist course, Maxicom 2, chainsaw, propane, rigging, 08 ton crane and confined space entry certifications are also required.
2 3 years turf management experience including landscape construction, maintenance of fences, irrigation systems, and other facilities. Must possess 12 years experience in the operation of equipment such as tractors and attachments.
Completion of Landscape Exterminator, Forestry Exterminator, and Industrial Vegetation Exterminator Licences.
Must possess an understanding of the basic electrical and plumbing systems related to irrigation systems in addition to the Highway Traffic Act and knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Demonstrated effective communication, both oral and written, customer service and problemsolving skills.
Proficient time management skills and flexibility in adjusting between a variety of duties. Ability to work with mínimal supervision and as part of a team.
Must hold and provide a copy of a valid and unrestricted Ontario Driver's Licence Class DZ minimum (standard and automatic transmission) with a driving record that demonstrates responsible and safe driving behaviour

Note:
Applicants with 6 or more points are ineligible for consideration.

The successful applicant, who is a new hire, will be required to provide the Corporation with a current drivers abstract (no older than 30 days) and pass a Town administered road test prior as a condition of employment.