The Township of Ignace is accepting applications for the position of Working Foreman with the
Operations Department. This is a full time, permanent, bargaining unit position.
Reporting to the Administrator/Treasurer, the Working Foreman position is responsible for supporting the Administrator Treasurer to implement, conduct, administer and monitor all of
Township operations services, which include public works and parks and recreation. The
Working Foreman provides direction to all operations staff. The Working Foreman performs various work assignments in the Department.
Candidates must have the following minimum qualifications :
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Ontario Class DZ Driver’s License with a proven good driving record
Grade 12 Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
Sound working and technical knowledge of:
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the methods and techniques in snow plowing and removal
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the maintenance of paved and gravel roads and concrete sidewalks
3.
the maintenance of water distribution and sewer collection systems
4.
the operation and maintenance of municipal heavy equipment
5.
the operations of a waste landfill site
Experience operating heavy equipment
Good communication skills both written and oral
Computer literacy; able to use email, Internet and Microsoft applications
Practical knowledge of health and safety requirements
Ability to perform physical labour
Self-motivated and able to work independently or in a team
Experience in small municipalities performing a variety of public works functions is highly desirable. Mechanical skills are a definite asset.
Wage rate, benefits and hours of work shall be as per CUPE Local 87 Collective
Agreement and current Township practice. The current rate is $31.12 per hour.
Job Description available on the Township website at www.town.ignace.on.ca
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Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume along with a cover letter to:
Wayne Hanchard
Administrator Treasurer
Township of Ignace, P. O. Box 248, 34 Highway 17 W
Ignace, On P0T 1T0

Phone: (807) 934-2202 Fax: (807) 934-2864
Email: admintreasurer@tbaytel.net
Closing Date: 4:00 pm, Friday, August 22, 2014
We thank all applicants who apply for this position, but advise that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act , 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, as amended and will be used for purpose of candidate selection.