Temporary Assistant Supervisor - Water (1 position)

TEMPORARY ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR – WATER

(1 POSITION)

Reporting to: Water Distribution Supervisor

Department: Water Distribution

Classification: TEMPORARY Full Time (approx. 3 months); Unionized

Salary Range: $39.01/hour as per Schedule “A”

Hours of Work: As per CA.

Starting Date: As soon as possible

Application Deadline: No later than 4:00 p.m. December 16, 2024

Why City of Woodstock?

Known as the Friendly-City, Woodstock is located in the heart of Oxford County and blends big city conveniences with a small-town feel. With a growing population of over 45,000 welcoming citizens, Woodstock residents place high value on our small-town atmosphere while enjoying urban amenities. The city is a great place to call home with amazing parks and trails, fantastic amenities as well as wonderful arts and cultural facilities. At the crossroads of highways 401 and 403, Woodstock has a thriving manufacturing sector and opportunities in agriculture, education, and healthcare, as well as convenient access to communities across Southwestern Ontario. Visitors can enjoy the city’s many festivals and delight in the many local shops and restaurants in Downtown Woodstock.

When you work for the City, you get to be part of an incredible team of dedicated people with a range of skills and experiences to share. Our team works together to help build a strong, connected community where people have access to the services they need while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle. Other great benefits to working at the City of Woodstock include:

• Join a growing and dynamic organization offering rewarding careers.
• Competitive wages.
• Option to join a Defined Benefit Pension Plan (OMERS) where employee contributions are matched by the City.
• Training opportunities to support you in this role.
• A great working environment for individuals committed to making a difference.

Responsibilities:

1. Major responsibilities include:

• Receive daily and/or weekly job assignments for completion from the Water Distribution Supervisor.
• Act as a job-site liaison in dealing with the public and outside entities.
• Arrange for utility locates in advance of planned work.
• Ensure activities of assigned crews are coordinated and work is performed in a safe and efficient manner.
• Arrange for and ensure proper equipment and installation procedures are used and record material/equipment used.
• Report status of work being performed and unusual events to the Water Distribution Supervisor.
• Assume additional administrative duties in the absence of the Water Distribution Supervisor including the Operator in Charge (OIC) duties.

1. Prepare and instruct water operators and students of their daily and/or weekly job assignments as instructed by the Water Distribution Supervisor.
2. Complete a daily record detailing work completed, equipment used, and staff assignments.
3. Ensure that employees document their daily activities in their logbook to meet the Provincial standard for Operator record keeping.
4. Ensure that all record-keeping for daily activities is completed properly and in a timely manner.
5. Act as a member on the Drinking Water Quality Management Standard Committee.
6. Monitor inventory levels and re-order stock as required.
7. Work without supervision, individually, or as the leader of a team.
8. Perform the duties of the Operator in Charge (OIC) such as:

• Set operational parameters or direct/instruct other operators on the same.
• Operate processes safely and in accordance with the respective manuals and procedures.
• Make adjustments as needed.
• Ensure specific regulatory and internal procedures records are maintained.
• Ensure equipment is properly monitored and maintained with respective records being prepared.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Secondary School Graduation Diploma and/or relevant experience will be considered.
• Valid Ontario Water Distribution Operators Certificate, with a minimum Class 2 and working to obtain a Class 3 certificate within 3 years.
• Valid class “DZ” Driver’s License.
• Supervisory abilities with good organizational and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Good public relation skills.
• Good knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and job-specific hazards.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certificate.

Preferred:

• Construction experience is considered an asset.
• Ability to operate equipment is considered an asset.

Working Conditions:

• Subject to working outside in all weather conditions.
• Subject to working in dirty conditions and is required to do heavy lifting.
• Must be available for after-hours work for emergencies and planned overtime.

The City of Woodstock is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. We embrace equity, diversity, justice, inclusion, and belonging and we’re committed to building a team that represents many backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, representative of the communities we serve. The more inclusive we are, the better our work and workplace will be. We are committed to creating a workplace where people experience meaningful work, a sense of hope and optimism, an environment of trust, and inspired results. If this sounds like an environment in which you would like to work, apply here today!

Please note: Immediate family members, as per City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015, shall not be employed in the City of Woodstock in any capacity under the following circumstances, but not limited to wherein the family member is in a supervisory or management capacity or responsible for the work of the individual or the department. A conflict of interest must be declared to the Director of Human Resources as outlined in the City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, HR-015 as soon as it has been identified.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Woodstock will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process, please inform the City’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation by contacting hr@cityofwoodstock.ca. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information & Protection of Personal Privacy Act, personal information collected will only be used for candidate selection. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

Satisfactory passing of a criminal record check, employment, and proof of qualifications, will be required of any successful candidate(s) for this position.

We invite all qualified applicants to submit their resume and cover letter online at http://careers.cityofwoodstock.ca.

We thank all candidates who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.