Radio Shift

Wellington County consistently ranks as one of the safest communities in Canada and is home to vibrant economies, active and inclusive communities, and beautiful landscapes.We are committed to building and maintaining a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace that is representative of the community we proudly serve. The County is looking for individuals who are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others and share the County’s values. We value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences, and competencies, and are looking forward to welcoming new members to our talented team.The County offers a generous compensation, benefits and pension package. We also offer ongoing career and development opportunities to our employees, with a commitment to health and well-being. Posting ID: 2557 - this recruitment is for an upcoming vacancyDepartment: Engineering Services Division: Roads Position Type: Part Time Regular ContractWork Hours: This position works 18-26 hours weekly; onsite/in-person; flexibility of hours may be required. Work Location: Central Garage; the County of Wellington is an employer that provides service onsite.Vacancies: 2Application Deadline: 09/11/2026 BASIC FUNCTION The Radio Shift reports to the Roads Superintendent and is responsible for providing radio and telephone coverage and administrative duties to support the County’s winter control operation. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES Relay messages by two-way radio and telephone to and from Roads employees, the public and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). Maintain logs/records as directed by the Roads Superintendent, including weather and road reports. Record all telephone calls in an accurate manner. Updating external and other websites with information regarding road closures and conditions. Ensure garages are receiving weather reports in a timely manner Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma. Customer service experience preferred. Municipal experience is considered an asset. Good computer skills and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Must be able to work independently and as part of a team. Good communication and customer service skills. Pay Range: $21.96 - $25.69 (2026 Non-Union Compensation Grid).Benefits: Extended Health Care, Emergency Travel Assistance and Dental Care; optional enrolment, premiums cost shared at 70% employer and 30% employee; 12 week waiting period from the start of employment to enroll and contract must be a minimum 12 weeks in duration. Pension: As a non-full-time (NFT) employee of an OMERS employer, you are eligible to elect to join the OMERS Pension Plan at any time. Enrollment in OMERS is voluntary.Medical Responsibility Time: Accrues at the rate of four days maximum per year.Vacation: Paid out on each pay at the rate of six percent; increases based on length of service.Mileage: If applicable, as per CRA allowances. The County of Wellington is committed to providing inclusive access and accommodations for disabilities throughout the application and selection process. We are continuously working to improve our systems, policies, and practices to ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. Should you require accommodation for a disability through the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.Personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment.

The Radio Shift is responsible for providing radio and telephone coverage to support winter control operations. They also maintain accurate logs of weather and road reports while updating external websites with road closure information.

Candidates must have a High School Diploma and good computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Strong communication and customer service skills are required, with municipal experience considered an asset.

• Extended Health Care • Emergency Travel Assistance • Dental Care • Pension Plan • Vacation Pay

• Service à la clientèleSouhaitée
• Travail d’équipeSouhaitée
• Administrative SupportSouhaitée
• Microsoft ExcelSouhaitée
• Microsoft WordSouhaitée
• Microsoft OutlookSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Radio communication
• Telephone coverage
• Administrative support
• Data logging
• Weather reporting
• Road condition reporting
• Customer service
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Teamwork
• Independent work
• Two-Way Radios
• Non-Fungible Tokens (NFT)
• Weather Reports
• Dental Care
• Administrative Functions
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Control Operation
• Economics
• Public Service

• Government & Public Sector
• Administrative
• Customer Service & Support
• Engineering
• Transportation
• Radio Operator
• Switchboard / Telephone Operator
• Telephone Switchboard Operators
• Switchboard Operators, Including Answering Service

Formation minimale

Études secondaires

Expérience minimale

0+ ans

Postuler avant le

12 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

26 heures par semaine