Traffic Preventative Maintenance Coordinator - Halifax, Canada - Halifax Regional Municipality

Halifax Regional Municipality

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Halifax, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Posting

The Traffic Preventative Maintenance Coordinator is a key member of the Traffic Maintenance team, providing quality service delivery by conducting ongoing inspections of various assets, creating work orders to address noted deficiencies, undertaking preliminary inspection of work completed by outside parties prior to deploying HRM crews for followup activities, and identifying service standard priorities to assist in the scheduling of work activities. The TPMC demonstrates technical approach to ondemand work or preventative maintenance activities.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborates with the Manager, Supervisors and Work Planning Technicians in the coordination of quality service delivery for HRM's Traffic Management assets (traffic signs, pavement markings, traffic signal equipment, etc.) through assessments, inspections, inventory, and data collection.
Conducts routine road patrols to identify defects related to pavement markings, traffic signs, traffic signal equipment, etc., and assists to prioritize repair / maintenance activities in the interest of public safety.
Creates work orders with service standard priorities to assist staff in the scheduling of work activities.
Undertakes field inspections of work performed by external contractors to identify deficiencies and ensure final products are in keeping with municipal standards.
Responds to customer service inquiries related to the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of infrastructure related to HRM's traffic operations assets.
Maintains accurate records of calls made, service requests investigated, and work performed, investigates claims, prepares reports and site inspection notes.
Assists with maintenance of a current and complete asset inventory, including updating the Asset Registry.
Ensures a healthy safe working environment following the guidelines set out in the HRM's Occupational Health and Safety policy manual and Provincial Safety regulations.
Remains current in technology, legislation and best practices related to this position.
Mitigates hazards as required.
May perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology or related field of study, designation as a Certified Engineering Technologist (CET) considered an asset;
Minimum three years of experience in the construction industry, including the maintenance, inspection and administration of assets.
Experience installing, inspecting, and / or maintaining traffic related infrastructure (regulatory signage, pavement markings, etc.) considered an asset
Experience in a municipal government environment and management of public infrastructure considered an asset
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
OHS certification or ability to attain,
Temporary Workplace Traffic Control certification (Traffic Control Person & Temporary Workplace Signer) or ability to attain, and
Valid Nova Scotia driver's license

Technical/Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities

Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proven ability to demonstrate leadership, excellent interpersonal skills
Demonstrated analytical skills
Ability to work within a team environment of highly dedicated professionals
Experience in dealing with the public and other stakeholder groups
Knowledge of Transportation Association of Canada's Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices
Knowledge of HRM's Municipal Design Guidelines and By-Laws
Knowledge of maintenance planning programs
Knowledge of work order scheduling and tracking processes
Knowledge of project(construction) management principles and practices

Security Clearance Requirements:
Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.
COMPETENCIES: Values & Ethics, Analytical Thinking, Communication, Customer Service, Organization and Planning, Networking/Relationship Building, Teamwork and Cooperation, Valuing Diversity, Decision Making
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WORK STATUS: Permanent full time.
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HOURS OF WORK: 35 hours week; Monday to Friday, however overtime is sometimes requested depending on operational requirements.
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SALARY:Non-Union NU5 $61,360 - $84,370
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WORK LOCATION: 3825 Mackintosh Street, Halifax NS
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CLOSING DATE: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 pm on April 2, 202

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted. During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Recruiter when invited to the assessment process.

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