Crewperson (Road Maintenance) 

Public Works – Transportation

Two (2) Positions

Contract Full-Time; 13 Months

Pay: $29.09 - $30.50 per hour

CUPE LOCAL 966 - Public Works

Work Mode: Onsite

Location: 2 Copper Road, Brampton, ON 

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week (4-day flexible work schedule currently in effect)

Shiftwork will be required during winter months. Stand-by rotation and overtime opportunities.

Who we are:

We dedicate ourselves to keeping your commute safe and comfortable through a comprehensive year-round maintenance program. Our dedicated crews tackle a variety of tasks to ensure smooth and reliable roadways. During the summer our crews install guideposts and guiderails, perform landscaping duties such as mowing grass, tree and brush removal, and maintain drainage systems by cleaning ditches and culverts. In the winter our focus shifts to snow and ice management, which involves erecting and removing snow fences, stockpiling salt and sand, and conducting night patrols for snow plowing. These comprehensive maintenance efforts ensure that the roads remain safe and passable throughout the year.

Position overview:

Under general supervision, you'll play a vital role in maintaining Peel Region's road network by performing both manual and equipment operating duties.

In this role you will:

• Perform road patching, repairs, sweeping and spring cleanup.
• Install guideposts and guiderails.
• Landscape duties including mowing grass, tree and brush removal, clean ditches and weed and litter control.
• Clean and paint bridges, install and clean culverts and storm sewers.
• Winter duties include erecting and removing snow fences, stockpile salt and sand, night telephone answering, night patrol and wing person duties on snow plowing equipment.
• Maintenance and construction activities on regional storm sewer systems.
• Accountable for tools, equipment and vehicles assigned and clean up operations on site.
• Investigate complaints, faults or problems, determine causes and provide remedies when possible.
• Accurately complete forms and reports.
• Apply Ministry and Regional safety precautions and procedures while performing duties and reports Health & Safety hazards. 
• Operate a variety of manual and powered equipment.
• Maintain a neat appearance and performs duties in a way that conveys a "positive image" of the Region of Peel.

What the role requires:

• Minimum grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 months job related experience.
• Valid class DZ license in good standing.
• Ability to operate and maintain a variety of manual and power equipment.
• Capable of performing all related work and duties involved in the maintenance and construction of road systems.
• Must be able to read, write and understand English.
• Accurately complete work forms and reports.
• Knowledgeable with MS Office, Outlook, use of Tablets and other systems.
• Ability assessment will be conducted by Fleet Safety.

Perks @ Peel and why you will love working for us: 

• 14% in lieu of benefits.
• Voluntary enrolment into OMERS pension plan.
• Annual uniform and cleaning allowance.
• Flexible Work Scheduling Provisions (FWSP) where applicable.
• Supportive leadership and a culture of respect and inclusion. 
• Access to learning and development resources.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who are currently in the CUPE Local 966-Public Works bargaining unit.

Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology.

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At Peel Region, we value being open and transparent with our community. Peel Region will not be dissolved. The Ontario government has updated legislation to recalibrate the scope of the Transition Board to seek recommendations on land use planning, water & wastewater, regional roads, and waste management. Peel remains committed to providing uninterrupted services to our residents and businesses through the review. Skilled and qualified professionals are and will be needed to deliver services to the Peel community regardless of the governance model. For information about our transition and how we continue delivering services, visit peelregion.ca/transition.  

If this opportunity matches your qualifications and experience, please apply on-line. 

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon.  Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible.  A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support. 

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.

Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca 

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.