Division: Infrastructure and Development

Job Status: Full Time

Number of Positions: 1

Hours of Work: 40hrs per week

Wage Rate: $36.39 - $43.33 per hour

Posting Date: Monday, September 22, 2025

Closing Date: Sunday, October 5, 2025

Company Biography

The County of Lambton is an urban-rural area in southwestern Ontario that is home to over 126,000 residents. The Corporation's seven divisions operate programs and services for the residents of Lambton County such as land ambulance, provincial offences court, three Long-Term Care Homes, 25 library branches, two museums, an art gallery, archives, local roadways, public health services, housing services, social services, building services and planning and development services. Lambton County is a community dedicated to economic growth, environmental stewardship and an enhanced quality of life through the provision of responsive and efficient services and collaborative efforts with its municipal and community partners.

Position Summary

Direct the maintenance and upkeep of all County road equipment, three garages and all necessary tools and supplies.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Supervisory:

• The maintenance and upkeep of all county road equipment, assign work, answer questions and advise staff as needed. On request, supervise maintenance and upkeep of other county department equipment; on occasion coordinate the work of other road department employees. Address questions and/or concerns from staff, suppliers and contractors as required

• Hire, train, evaluate, discipline and if necessary recommend the termination of subordinates

• Hire contractors for building & equipment repairs

• Instruct staff in operation of equipment and as needed, train other departmental staff, stressing safe operating techniques

Purchasing/Inventory:

• Purchase all supplies, soap, towels, tools, etc. needed for day-to-day operations of repair depot

• Purchase all parts required to maintain/repair county equipment (tires, belts, bolt, etc.)

• Control and maintain inventory in depots/yards

• Maintain spare parts stock for emergency repairs to heavy equipment

Budget:

• The Equipment Supervisor is accountable and/or control of a part of a departmental budget (i.e., capital budget for equipment).

Equipment Maintenance:

• Assess condition of equipment; recommend equipment replacement to immediate supervisor. Review equipment tenders as well as update equipment specifications as required

• Inspect new equipment purchases on delivery to ensure they meet County and legal specifications. Report/ recommend any major repairs or purchases required to repair depots to immediate supervisor

• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules

• Regularly assess condition of equipment, recommend replacement to immediate supervisor and review tenders for new, and offers for used equipment

• Arrange for installation of radio equipment in County vehicles, and for maintenance and repairs to Roads Department on such equipment

• Monitor and control fuel systems at each Depot

• Ensure proper inspections are carried out on lifts and hoists in the garage

Licensing:

• Operate a government licensed vehicle safety inspection station doing safety check inspections on all county vehicles that fall under commercial vehicle operators’ registration (CVOR) as well as affixing safety stickers when approved

• Maintain and upgrade safety inspection equipment as required. Maintain vehicle maintenance reports under “CVOR” requirements

• License County vehicles for maximum gross weight based on vehicle capacity & Ministry of Transportation weight standards

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Enter, update, and maintain all information for GEOTAB and use the program to full potential, ensuring information is accurate and up-to-date

• All DriveON requirements

• Perform repairs on regular basis when short staffed or behind schedule

• Ensure the depot is clean and orderly and make repairs when required

• In emergencies, operate equipment; be on call during winter months to provide emergency repairs during winter maintenance activities

• Personally carry out more complex repairs

• Direct upkeep and maintenance of garage facilities and all tools and equipment

• Receive training and perform Winter Patrol Duties when necessary/requested

General:

• Incumbents must keep up-to-date on all relevant legislation, collective bargaining agreements, County Policies and Procedures, etc. ensuring that these are implemented as prescribed

• Incumbents must possess the physical ability to meet the duties and responsibilities of the job description and/or the requirements identified within the position's Physical Demands Analysis

• Incumbents must have computer and communication skills

• Supervisory experience is an asset

These describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents in this classification. They are not an exhaustive list of all job duties in the classification. Other duties may be assigned.

Supervision Requirements

Direct Supervision: Licensed Mechanics (2 FTEs)

Indirect Supervision: None

Functional Authority: Provides direction, consultative services and advice on employee/technical issues and services to County Roads equipment. The Equipment Supervisor is directly responsible for the supervision of Licensed Mechanics and is required to interact with 25 to 30 County Roads Department employees as well as dealing with suppliers.

Credentials Required

Minimum Formal Education

• Secondary school graduation and Automotive Service Technician/Truck/Coach Technician certificate – 3/OT (3/OS is considered an asset)

• Small Engine Mechanic Certificate and Heavy Equipment Mechanic

• A Valid Ontario Driver's License Class DZ (AZ is preferred)

Experience

• None

A valid Ontario driver's license and use of a vehicle.