Government of Canada - Central

damage prevention technician


Pay20.00 / hour
LocationKincardine/Ontario
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 39612499

      Overview

      Languages

      English

      Education

      • Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
      • or equivalent experience

      Experience

      Experience an asset

      On the road job

      Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

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      Work site environment

      • Outdoors
      • Wet/damp
      • Cold/refrigerated
      • Hot

      Work setting

      • Urban area
      • Various locations
      • Rural area
      • Residential
      • Construction

      Responsibilities

      Tasks

      • Keep record of work performed and location and condition of equipment
      • Read blueprint, schemas and drawings
      • Check, lubricate, refuel and clean equipment
      • Report any malfunctions to supervisor
      • Search, locate and repair reported water leaks
      • Check and lubricate gas pipeline valves
      • Conduct routine survey of gas mains and distribution lines
      • Provide information on underground gas distribution lines
      • Observe excavation work to ensure that underground facilities are protected
      • MS Office

      Credentials

      Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

      • Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles)

      Experience and specialization

      Equipment and machinery experience

      • Gas detecting devices

      Additional information

      Security and safety

      • Driver's validity licence check
      • Driving record check (abstract)

      Transportation/travel information

      • Valid driver's licence
      • Willing to travel

      Work conditions and physical capabilities

      • Fast-paced environment
      • Attention to detail
      • Hand-eye co-ordination
      • Combination of sitting, standing, walking
      • Bending, crouching, kneeling
      • Physically demanding
      • Walking
      • Work under pressure
      • Ability to distinguish between colours
      • Overtime required
      • Sitting

      Weight handling

      • Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

      Personal suitability

      • Efficient interpersonal skills
      • Excellent oral communication
      • Excellent written communication
      • Flexibility
      • Initiative
      • Team player
      • Accurate
      • Client focus
      • Dependability
      • Reliability

      Benefits

      Health benefits

      • Dental plan
      • Health care plan
      • Vision care benefits

      Financial benefits

      • Gasoline paid
      • Night shift premium

      Other benefits

      • Learning/training paid by employer
      • Transportation provided by employer
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