POSITION: GRADER OPERATOR – PUBLIC WORKS
REPORTING TO: Public Works Foreman
HOURS OF WORK: 36 hours per week, as assigned
TYPE: Temporary Full-Time
SALARY: $31.30
BENEFITS: Dental, Health, Vision

GENERAL DUTIES

• Winter Control Operations (snow plowing / removal and sanding)
• General roads and drainage maintenance duties as per industry standards
• Operate, maintain & conduct minor repairs of departmental vehicles and equipment, with a focus on the grader
• Tag equipment as per established policy
• Assist other departments in general labour work, including, but not limited to:
  • Cemetery Work ……………. burials, cemetery maintenance, etc.
  • Community Services ……… assist in dock maintenance, etc.
  • Sewer and Water ………….. assist under the direct supervision of the Sewer & Water certified and licensed operator
  • Environmental Services….. cover & level landfill sites / assist in clean-up week / pick up trees, etc.
• Garage work / clean up
• Occasional minor welding, minor electrical and mechanical duties, minor carpentry
• Record daily work in log book
• After hours / weekend work as required
• Ensure safety of self and of others at all times
• Any other duties as assigned within the general scope of the position

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent
• Have & maintain a valid “Class DZ” driver’s license
• Must be of a physical condition that allows him/her to perform as a full working member of the construction/maintenance crew
• Have sufficient and appropriate experience operating various types of construction equipment, such as backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, tandem trucks, graders, etc.
• Proof of Grader Operator Training or proven competencies
• Have experience operating snowplows and sanding equipment.
• Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (C.P.R.), first aid & WHMIS
• Basic electrical, mechanical & chemical knowledge and ability
• Ability to operate power tools / air tools, etc.
• Ability to operate and maintain vehicles and equipment
• Ability to work well alone or as part of a team
• Ability to deal with the public in a courteous and efficient manner
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions
• Ability to work with little or no supervision
• Ability to work outdoors and withstand extremes in weather
• Availability to work after hours and on weekends
• Availability to participate in an On Call rotation

Applications for this position will be accepted, in confidence, until:
Friday, December 20, 2024 at 11:30 AM

Applications should be addressed to:
Sonal Brahmbhatt
101-225 Holditch Street, Sturgeon Falls, ON P2B 1T1
E-mail: hr@westnipissing.ca

Job Description – Grader Operator (PDF)

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the Rink Attendant will be responsible for assisting with ice maintenance, cleaning and facility maintenance at various recreation facilities within the Municipality of West Nipissing. The candidate will also be responsible for patrolling public skating to ensure the safety of patrons.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for enforcement of rink rules and regulations.
• Assist maintenance with janitorial and ice maintenance duties.
• Patrol municipal rinks to ensure safety of community members.

REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to skate.
• Advanced interpersonal and communication skills with a customer service orientation.
• Able to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.
• 14 years old or older.
• Proficiency in both official languages (written and oral) an asset.
• Valid First Aid, CPR and AED certificates are considered an asset.

Please send a detailed resume to :
Sonal Brahmbhatt CHRP, HR/Payroll Coordinator
225 Holditch Street, Suite 101, Sturgeon Falls, ON   P2B 1T1
E-mail:  hr@westnipissing.ca

PDF – Skating Rink Attendant 2024-2025

POSITION: Lifeguard (Community Services)
REPORTING TO: Recreation and Fitness Programming Coordinator
HOURS OF WORK: 0-35 hours per week, as assigned (includes evenings and weekends)
SALARY: $17.00–$21.00

The Lifeguard is responsible for supervising and overseeing swimmers in and around the pool area, and acting immediately to ensure the safety of individuals in the event of an emergency. The Lifeguard will also perform water rescues, and provide first aid, emergency care and treatment as required.

Responsibilities:

• Supervises swimming activities at the West Nipissing Recreation Centre Pool and ensures that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.
• Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool regulations and water safety policies.
• Administers first aid in the event of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.
• Evaluates conditions for safety and initiates aquatic emergency procedures as required.
• Inspects pool facilities, equipment, and water to ensure that they are safe and usable.
• Supervises and assists in cleaning the pool and related facilities and equipment, assists with chlorine residual water tests and with records and charts of water tests and records of accidents.
• Instructs or assists classes in fundamentals of swimming as needed.

Required Skills:

• Knowledge and ability to evaluate water conditions at the West Nipissing Recreation Centre in order to determine any potential dangers or hazards.
• Ability to adjust programs as necessary to ensure the safety of the visitors and other staff.
• Swimming proficiency and comfort in all types of water conditions.
• Ability to judge and evaluate evolving dynamics of individuals participating in aquatic activities to immediately assess their capabilities and threats to their safety.
• Knowledge of on-site protocols, operational procedures, and safety policies.
• Knowledge of methods and techniques for providing on-site emergency medical services.

Qualifications and Licensing Requirements:

The following licences and current certifications are preferred: 

• National Lifeguard certificate from an accredited agency. 
• Standard First Aid with CPR-C from an accredited agency.

The following minimum licences and current certifications are required:

• Lifesaving Society’s Bronze Cross certificate 
• Emergency First Aid with CPR-B

Successful applicants will be required to achieve and maintain the Lifesaving Society’s National Lifeguard certificate and Standard First Aid with CPR-C upon hire.  Successful applicants whose certifications are expired or no longer current will be recertified at no cost.

If you are uncertified, but are interested in lifeguard training, please do not hesitate to contact us to learn about upcoming training opportunities.

Please send your resume to hr@westnipissing.ca

For additional information, please contact Sarah Furchner, Recreation and Fitness Programming Coordinator.
e-mail:  sfurchner@westnipissing.ca
Tel: 705-753-0160

Lifeguard – Job Description (PDF)

POSITION: Crossing Guard
TYPE: Part-time/Casual (from September to June)
REPORTING TO: Coordinator – Community Services
HOURS OF WORK: 8 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 3:45 p.m., Monday to Friday

Hours of work are from 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m., Monday to Friday, during the school year (September to June).

The Municipality of West Nipissing is currently seeking to hire two Crossing Guards for the following locations:

• Sturgeon Falls
  • Ethel Street
  • Coursol Road

REQUIREMENTS

• Main duty to safely cross all school-aged children up to and including grade 8.
• Document and communicate all incidents and/or unsafe conditions to management, school officials and/or the Nipissing West OPP.
• Must be able to extend an arm out parallel to shoulder holding a “STOP” sign (weight of approximately 1 pound) for up to one minute frequently.
• Must be able to stand for a period of 45 minutes, twice a day.
• Be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Be able to verbally communicate in French.
• A satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check will be a condition of employment

The Municipality accepts applications for Sturgeon Falls and Verner crossing guards throughout the year and hires on an as-need basis.

Please send your resume to hr@westnipissing.ca

For additional information, please contact Sarah Furchner, Recreation and Fitness Programming Coordinator.
e-mail: sfurchner@westnipissing.ca
Tel: 705-753-0160

Crossing Guards – Job Description (pdf)