Qualifications:
Education, Certification & Licenses:
- Certified Roads Supervisor (CRS) with the Association of Ontario Roads Supervisors (AORS) would be considered an asset.
- Valid Ontario ‘D” with Z endorsement is required and must be maintained for the term of employment.
- Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check (CPIC).
Experience:
- A minimum of three (3) years of progressive experience in the delivery of effective road maintenance service.
- Direct experience in working with applicable legislation including but not limited to, the Highway Traffic Act (HTA), Ontario Traffic Manual (OTM), Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations (OHSA).
- Proficient in computerized public works databases and relevant software.
Skills & Abilities:
- Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills.
- Excellent communication skills both in writing and verbal presentation with external and internal stakeholders.
- Customer focussed experience with dispute resolution skills.
- Ability to organize a project and adjust readily to changes in priorities.
Knowledge:
- Good knowledge of road maintenance and construction practices.
- Extensive knowledge of construction equipment and its capabilities.
Summary of Position Responsibilities:
Roads Management
- In the absence of the patrol supervisor, the lead hand will direct and supervise work crews, carrying out required operations in the designated patrol area on daily basis;
- Patrols roads in accordance with the requirements of the Minimum Maintenance Standards (MMS);
- Identifies road conditions that may affect traffic safety and arranges for repair of defect;
- During summer inspections, identifies the needs for vegetation control, sweeping, debris and litter pick-up, pavement patching, gravel shoulder maintenance, guide rail repairs, sign repairs and report findings to the Supervisor;
- Ensure timely pick up and disposal of dead animals;
- Inspects culverts, bridges and drainage concerns to ensure safe operation of roads;
- Installation of traffic signs as directed by the Supervisor;
- Document completed tasks, service requests from the public, Minimum Maintenance Standards (MMS) concerns, and weather conditions on a daily basis in the Patrol Diary;
- Prepare and document the required traffic control plan for any proposed works within the road allowance with the Ontario Traffic Manual (OTM) Book 7;
- Conducts on-site ‘tailgate’ safety talks related to the tasks to be performed to ensure all team members are aware of risks and mitigation measures to ensure worker safety throughout the operation;
- During winter operations, patrol roads to determine road conditions and arrange for winter maintenance services as per the MMS requirements. Dispatches and oversees winter maintenance activities including but not limited to plowing, sanding and salting.
Legislative Requirements:
Performs the responsibilities of the position within the legislative and regulatory standards set out in the applicable Provincial and Municipal Acts. Performs the responsibilities of the position consistent with the operational policies of the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville.
- Ensures a high level of respect for confidentiality for both the organization as a whole and staff as per the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA).
- Protecting own health and safety and health of others by adopting safe work practices (reporting unsafe conditions immediately); attending all relevant in-services regarding Occupational Health and Safety and following guidelines for employees and employers, as legislated under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- The United Counties’ of Leeds and Grenville regards its employees as the most valuable asset in the organization. All supervisors are responsible and accountable for ensuring that health and safety standards are incorporated into all aspects of our business.
Physical Skills:
- High degree of visual attention required,
- Dexterity of hands and fingers over much of the work day,
- Lifting, pulling or pushing of moderately heavy or awkward objects may occur,
- Required to attend construction work sites.
Working Conditions:
- Exposure to adverse physical conditions such as dust, dirt, rough terrain, heavy equipment, blasting agents, noise, hot muggy weather during construction jobs, and extreme cold conditions during winter operations.
- Occasional exposure to adverse social conditions such as demanding members of the community.
- Hours of work from May to October are 7:00am to 15:30pm, Monday - Friday (4 consecutive days per week).
- Hours of work from November to April are on a rotating shift:
- 2 weeks 4 am to 12:30 pm
- 2 weeks 4 pm to 12:30 am
- Overtime is an essential part of the position.
- May be required to be ‘on-call’ and be able to respond to the designated Patrol Yard within the specified time.
The above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be considered as all-inclusive.
How to apply:
Cover letter should Please identify Competition # LEADH001441 Lead Hand/Equipment Operator II, PFT and submit cover letter and resume to the job posting on the Careers section of our website at https://www.leedsgrenville.com/en/government/careers.aspx/ (https://www.leedsgrenville.com/en/government/careers.aspx/) View our Job Opportunities by 4:00 p.m. on /before July 2, 2026.
Applicant information is collected under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) and will only be used for candidate selection.
The United Counties of Leeds and Grenville is committed to providing a recruitment and selection process that is both inclusive and free from barriers. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request and will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Applicants are required, in advance, to make any accommodation request known to Human Resources by contacting the department at 1-800-770-2170 or using the Bell Relay Service. Human Resources will strive to provide reasonable and appropriate accommodation for all applicants, during the recruitment and selection process, which will ensure the process is conducted in a fair and equitable manner.
