Roads Maintainer (Operations Programs)

Job Number: 5045
Job Type: Temporary Full-Time
Vacancy Reason: Backfill
Temp Contract Length: 5 Months
Location: 100 Maple Grove Rd - Regional Operations Centre
Job Category: Transportation
Number of Positions: 1
Department: Operations Programs
Division: Transportation Services
Hours of Work: 40
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:00pm
Union: CUPE 1656
Grade: CUPE 1656 Grade 005
Salary Range: $34.99**
Posting Date: October 27, 2026 at 12:00am

**Note: As per the collective agreement, probationary employees will receive 5% less than the regular permanent rate of the classification they are employed in, until the completion of three (3) months continuous service or sixty (60) actual days worked, whichever is the greater. They will then commence receiving the regular permanent rate.

About Us!

The Region of Waterloo is a thriving, diverse community committed to fostering opportunities for current and future generations. Waterloo Region is part of the Dish with One Spoon wampum, a treaty guiding our commitment to:

• Taking only what we need
• Leaving some for others
• Keeping the dish clean

This agreement underpins our vision, mission, and core value, and reinforces our dedication to meaningful reconciliation and equity.

Waterloo Region is home to over 674,000 residents and expected to grow to nearly one million by 2051. Guided by our 2023-2027 Strategic Plan, “Growing with Care,” we prioritize homes for all, climate aligned growth, equitable services and opportunities and a resilient and future ready organization. Our mission is to provide essential services that enhance the quality of life for all residents, while our core value emphasizes caring for people and the land we share. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in our community.

The Role

Performs general roads maintenance activities on regional roads, bridges and roadsides, including winter snow plowing and ice control duties and general summer roads maintenance activities, with emphasis on region-wide activities such as bridge washing, crack sealing, shouldering, drainage works, and island cleaning.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs road maintenance activities such as crack sealing, bridge washing, shouldering, drainage works, and other activities on the regional right-of-ways.
• Performs general maintenance/cleaning of infrastructure (e.g., catch basins, bridge decks).
• Performs restoration work on regional infrastructure and property. Installs culverts, including construction of gabion walls and stream liners, restoration of trenches, excavation, ditching, drainage sewers, and landscaping.
• Performs/assists with felling and removal of trees and brush from regional roadsides and properties. Operates brush chipper, chainsaw, and loader.
• Performs general roads maintenance activities on regional roads and roadsides (e.g., cold/hot patching, dead animal and debris removal, guide rail/cable maintenance, and sound barrier, retaining wall, and drainage maintenance).
• Operates dump trucks, utility vehicles, and other equipment/tools (e.g., backhoe, skid steer, mini excavator, tar kettle, shouldering machine, water tanker) to perform functions and haul materials to/from work sites and for disposal (e.g., gravel, asphalt, topsoil, gabion stone).
• Operates trucks and ancillary equipment for snow plowing, salting, and sanding operations, including wheel loader. Uses hand tools to remove snow/ice from roadsides and drainage areas. Performs other roads maintenance activities (e.g., snow fences, patching). Uses oxygen-acetylene torches to cut metal components (e.g., bolts) when changing plow blades.
• Performs road building activities, including cross sections, excavations, installation of road beds, side slopes, ditches, line and grade. Performs surveys related to roadway construction, as required.
• Performs traffic control duties, including setting up traffic control plans.
• Maintains vehicles, equipment, and hand tools in good, safe working condition per policies and standards. Performs minor repairs/replacements as needed. Reports damage and safety issues to lead hand/supervisor immediately. Discusses equipment repair with fleet management staff. Performs daily maintenance circle checks and completes inspection checklists.
• Occasionally purchases materials from corporate stores.
• Has contact with police and fire officials regarding accidents; utility companies (gas, phone, electrical, cable) to determine/confirm locates; ministries and authorities regarding safety regulation infractions and environmental damage; and area municipality staff regarding work activities.
• Backs up lead hands, as assigned.
• Performs related duties (including in other work units in the Section) as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Functional knowledge and demonstrated skill and ability in roads maintenance procedures and operations; road building requirements; surveying procedures; and operating the full range of job-related equipment, acquired through a Grade 12 education plus 2 years of directly related experience, or, a Grade 10 education plus 3 years of directly related experience.
• Must have a valid Class D driver's licence with Z endorsement and acceptable driving record to operate regional vehicles/equipment.
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with policies, procedures, related legislation and standards (e.g., Ontario Traffic Manual, health and safety, Highway Traffic Act, Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, Book 7), and on-the-job training.
• Communication skills to understand instructions; interact professionally with others; respond to general questions from the public; and participate as an effective team member.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret traffic control plans, safety notices, equipment operation manuals, and safety data sheets. Ability to complete vehicle maintenance checklists, CVOR reports, and other basic written communications.
• Computer skills with ability to use software such as a work/asset management system, Microsoft Office (Outlook), weather monitoring systems, hours of service software, and time and attendance systems.
• Ability to function effectively and safely in a variety of environmental conditions.
• Must demonstrate successful completion of a physical demands test (pre-hire).
• Ability to work variable hours and shifts, including weekends, evenings, holidays, and nights, as assigned. Ability to work shifts lasting up to 14 hours as required.
• Participates in a regular on-call rotation to respond to after-hours emergencies and urgent matters, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to support and demonstrate the Region’s values.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Internal 1656 applicants are required to submit a document with their name on it (or an optional resume). 1656 staff are encouraged to internally apply with an updated resume, especially for those job opportunities that are a promotional opportunity, so that their qualifications are appropriately captured during the screening phase.

Region of Waterloo is committed to building a workforce through fair, equitable, and accessible hiring practices that allow us to hire qualified staff who reflect the diversity of the community we serve and to promote a respectful, inclusive, and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
• members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
• persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
• persons who identify as women; and persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions

For questions or to request accommodations during your recruitment, onboarding or employment, please contact [email protected], or by calling our Service First Contact Centre at phone number (519) 575-4400.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process: Region of Waterloo may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to enhance efficiency during the recruitment process. However, applications will also be reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment. AI does not make final hiring decisions.

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