Field Staff, Restoration & Infrastructure (Construction Services)

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:

The Field Staff working on the Construction Services team providing general labour assistance in a dynamic team environment with the implementation of ecological restoration projects with a focus on habitat restoration and resource management. Staff will have an opportunity to contribute to restoring TRCA’s watersheds including stream, shoreline, and wetland restoration projects as well as trail construction in natural environments. Occupational health and safety is a major responsibility of this position.  

Major Responsibilities:

• Executes on a number of general field work duties related to specific project/program area.
• Collects and inputs field data according to project scope.
• Ensures that quality control and assurance measures are followed at all steps of the work process.
• Performs traffic control duties on project sites.
• Operates appropriate machinery and equipment required to execute work duties related to specific project/program area (i.e., chainsaws, drills, line trimmers, generators, skid steers, mini excavators etc.)
• Assists with the transportation of materials to and from sites as required.
• Directs the public to project notice signage and possibly providing contact information for additional information and inquiries, referring detailed questions and complaints to supervisor.
• Participates in the daily safety meetings including tailgate meetings, hazard identification and emergency planning.
• Operates appropriate machinery and equipment required to execute work duties related to specific project/program area.
• Assists with maintenance of equipment and vehicles, performs circle and other health and safety checks. Reports potential maintenance requirements to supervisor.
• Maintains equipment (storage, organization, minor repairs)
• Incumbents may also be assigned other duties.

What will you need to succeed:

• Minimum pursuing a post-secondary diploma or degree in a related field.
• Valid Class G2 Driver’s License
• Valid Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Certification
• Familiar with basic equipment and power tools
• Ability to communicate effectively with tact and courtesy.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify problems in a timely manner, seeking the appropriate level of support to solve issues. 
• Proficiency in MS Office for general office communications (I.e., mail, spreadsheet and word processing software, including online enablement software such as MS teams and SharePoint)
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, related Regulations and legislation
• Required to lift or carry objects that could weigh up to 45lbs.