How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:
Field Staff, Development & Engineering Services work as part of a flood infrastructure preventative maintenance crew, conducting various field operations, routine maintenance work and general construction duties on TRCA’s dams, channels, berms, and other flood control structures.
Major Responsibilities:
Assists with maintenance and construction work at TRCA’s flood infrastructure and hydrometric gauging locations conducting vegetation removal, debris removal, sediment removal, and other tasks.
Operates power tools such as, but not limited to, chainsaws, line trimmers, drills, concrete saws, pumps, and generators.
Operates fleet trucks, trailers and UTV’s to carry out maintenance projects.
Assist with maintenance of equipment and vehicles, perform daily vehicle circle and other health and safety checks.
Participate in daily safety meetings including tailgate meetings, hazard identification and emergency planning.
Assists with flood infrastructure inspections.
Assists with installation and maintenance of TRCA’s hydrometric gauging network.
Incumbents may also be assigned other duties.
What will you need to succeed:
Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)
Minimum pursuing post-secondary diploma or degree in Biology, Environmental Sciences, Engineering or a related field
Valid Class G2 driver’s license
Knowledge/Skill/Ability - Competencies
The ability to demonstrate strong problem-solving skills in a field environment
Ability to communicate effectively with tact and courtesy
Under the guidance of their supervisor, prioritize tasks as an ongoing challenge in a frequently fluctuating workload
Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, related Regulations and legislation
