The Nation Municipality

JOB SUMMARY
Under the authority of the leadman, the incumbent is responsible for carrying out various tasks related to the maintenance of municipal infrastructures during the summer and winter seasons, bridge maintenance, road construction, building maintenance, road signs, and ensuring the safety of road users at all times by clearing snow from traffic lanes. His tasks involve driving and maneuvering machinery such as: graders, backhoes, tractors, blowers, wheel loaders, salt buckets, snow ploughs (with or without accessories), etc.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Carry out laboring tasks for the municipality’s infrastructure, particularly during the execution of works, such as :

• Roughening of paths;
• Resurfacing of verges;
• Traffic signs and installation;
• Maintenance of parks and dumps;
• Replace culverts and/or assemble new culverts
• Take road elevations – Excavate ditches;
• Excavate and backfill trenches;
• Load, unload truck with heavy equipment
• Transporting materials/rocks;
• Leveling roads;
• Installing pipes for storm systems;
• Installing 9-1-1 signs;
• Pick up rubbish along roadsides;
• Cut grass twice a year along roadsides;
• Drive the salt and plow truck and may be asked to decide the amount, amount and location of salt and/or sand
• To dig, clear snow from ditches, remove beaver dams and related activities.
• Maintenance of garages;

All other related tasks; Operate heavy equipment such as a hydraulic shovel, grader, backhoe, loader, tractor and dump truck to perform work:

• Clearing, salting and sanding municipal roads and parking lots to manage snow and ice;
• Clearing snow from pavements in villages;
• Transporting excess snow from villages;
• The driver is responsible for the weight limits of his truck;
• Do the daily inspection and maintenance record of the truck;
• Maintain heavy machinery (change oil, lubricate grease points, clean air filters, clean/wash down, replace lights etc.).
• Inform the team leader, foreman or person in charge, of the presence of fallen trees, branches, potholes or any other anomaly likely to affect the visibility and safety of road users – in the event of immediate maintenance needs, advise his/her immediate superior;
• Note the addresses of residents who deposit snow from their homes in the public right-of-way;
• Patrol the various sectors of the Municipality;
• Make a written report to the snow removal chief or foreman;
• Any other related tasks;

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:
Secondary School or related field

Experience:
Two years (2) experience as a DZ class truck driver

Certification/Accreditation/Professionnal Order : N/A

Specific knowledge:

• Verbal communication skills in both languages;
• Possess a valid class DZ driving licence;
• First aid and CPR/AED course;
• WHMIS and fire extinguisher courses;

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Specialized skill as an excavator operator is an asset;
• Knowledge in welding and/or mechanical repair;
• Experience as a snow plow and sand pit operator would be an asset;
• Have good concentration;
• Excellent manual dexterity and good reflexes;
• Be autonomous and resourceful;
• Have good vision;
• Ability to work as part of a team with other trades, or work alone;
• Must have a chainsaw course will be an asset;

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical effort required:

• Good physical stamina to work long hours in the hydraulic excavator or other heavy equipment;
• Good physical condition (sometimes lifting 20kg);

Equipment, specific machinery to be used:

• Berne truck, excavator, loader, backhoe etc… and any equipment related to the road system;

Work rhythm:

• Extreme weather conditions,
• Operator/day labourer will be required to carry a mobile phone at all times and will have a maximum of 30 minutes to reach the municipal site when called for the winter period;
• The schedule is variable and irregular depending on precipitation and weather conditions for the winter season, the work requires a fast pace. The employee will work on a 24/7 basis, as required (day or night);

Hour of work: 40 hrs. per week winter & 44 hrs. per week summer

Position Status: Permanent (with benefits)

Salary: $33.34 per hour

Department: Public works – roads

Work area: Fournier and Limoges, Ont

Start date: December 2 , 2024

A criminal record check and a current driving record check must be provided upon hire.

Interested candidates are requested to send their resume before 12:00 p.m., November 22, 2024, quoting reference number RH-81-2024 to the following address:

The Nation Municipality

958 road 500 West, Casselman, Ont K0A 1M0

Chantal Lauzon, Human resources manager

E-Mail : hr@nationmun.ca

Phone : (613) 764-5444 poste 225, Fax : (613) 764-3310

JOB SUMMARY

Under the authority of the Chief Executive Officer – The Nation Public Library, the incumbent will be responsible for cataloguing, classifying, coding, and processing all materials, as well as ensuring the integrity of the digital catalogue for the 3 participating branches, which collectively hold approximately 65,000 items. The incumbent will also assist the Chief Executive Officer – The Nation Public Library with planning and organizational tasks. Additionally, the incumbent will support the Chief Executive Officer – The Nation Public Library in technology functions, supervision, and training of new employees.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Catalogue materials from the three (3) library branches according to AACR2 cataloguing rules and classify them using the Dewey classification system;
• Enter cataloguing and classification data into the integrated library system using MARC (Machine-Readable-Code);
• Maintain the integrity of the library’s catalogue for all materials;
• Contribute to marketing activities for library services and the introduction of new services and technologies;
• Performs all tasks related to the circulation of library materials, the sale of waste tickets, fax and photocopy requests;
• Assume responsibility for opening and closing the library branch according to established procedures, including deactivating and activating the security alarm, managing cash funds, opening Internet stations, welcoming and serving clients in person, by phone, by mail, or by email, making reservations for circulating materials, and collecting cost for lost or damaged items;
• Prepare new cards for clients and ensure necessary updates are made to keep information current in the integrated library system;
• Participate in collection development i.e. selection of books, DVDs, periodicals, sorting of donations, preparation of new acquisitions for circulation, pruning, inventory;
• Perform monthly reconciliation of funds received for lost books, service fees, etc. Make deposits into the appropriate financial institutions in the library’s account and send the relevant statements and reports to the Chief Executive Officer – The Nation Public Library; · Manage statistics for new materials added to the collection and for materials weeded from the collections, and submit relevant reports to the Chief Executive Officer – The Nation Public Library;
• Respond to directional inquiries and assist clients in their reading choices;
• Inform clients about the various services and programs offered by the library;
• Assist clients in using the library’s website, automated catalogues, and Internet stations;
• Manage overdue notices for clients;
• Regularly check shelves and reshelve borrowed books;
• Responsible for producing the annual report on weeded books;
• Maintain periodical displays in good order;
• Maintain and assume the regular rotation of new releases and special occasion decorations;
• Organize and participate in book clubs, monthly crafts, other activities for adults and children as needed;
• Maintain order in the library branch and workspace;
• Participate in internal and external meetings, training and workshops as required;
• Perform all other related duties

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: College diploma in library technology or completed library cataloguing courses

Experience: 2 years experience in a similar position in a government, school or public library environment

Certification/Accreditation/Professional Order: N/A

Specific knowledge:

• Proficiency in oral and written French and English;
• Proficiency in the MS 365 Office suite;
• Knowledge of the following tools AACR (Anglo-American Cataloguing), OCLC Worldcat;
• Knowledge of RDA (Resource Description and Access), DEWEY classification system, MARC21 (Machine Readable Code) format;
• Understanding of the operation of an Integrated Library Management System;
• CPR, First Aid, and WHMIS training;

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
• Experience and knowledge of the library environment;
• In-depth knowledge of Internet research techniques;
• Ability to effectively resolve a variety of issues, such as computer, Internet, cataloguing, and book circulation problems;
• Maintain good public relations and the ability to communicate clearly:
• Ability to train and support other employees;
• Attention to detail is required for this position;

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical effort required: Transport materials between the three (3) branches, such as boxes of books, office supplies, etc., of a certain weight;

Equipment, specific machinery to be used: Computer and all other office equipment;

Work rhythm:

• The workplace can become noisy, so a certain level of discipline must be exercised with diplomacy;
• Work regularly at three (3) different locations, which may change quickly;
• May be required to work evenings and Saturdays occasionally as needed

Hours of work: 35 hrs. per week

Position Status: Permanent (with benefits)

Salary: $33.34 per hour

Department: Library

Work area: St-Isidore, St-Albert and Limoges

Start date: December 2, 2024

A criminal record check and a current driving record check must be provided upon hire.

Interested candidates are requested to send their resume before 12:00 p.m., November 15, 2024, quoting reference number RH-80-2024 to the following address:

The Nation Municipality

958 road 500 West, Casselman, On K0A 1M0

Chantal Lauzon, Human resources manager

E-Mail: HR@nationmun.ca

Phone: (613) 764-5444 poste 225, Fax : (613) 764-3310

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Manager Parks & Facilities, the incumbent works as part of a team to ensure the safe and smooth operation of the St-Isidore Recreation Centre / or The Nation Sports Complex in Limoges. This includes ice maintenance, janitorial duties, and public relations. The incumbent will also be responsible for repairs and maintenance in parks and community centers for the municipality.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform janitorial work and services and maintain the cleanliness of the interior and exterior areas at all times for the St-Isidore Recreation Center / or The Nation Sports Complex in Limoges, such as sweeping, mopping floors, washing windows, cleaning bathrooms, changing and removing garbage bags, and stripping, waxing and polishing floors;
• Attend and manage events with or without alcohol services in recreational facilities to ensure that alcohol laws are respected.
• Perform janitorial maintenance for community halls on an occasional basis;
• Monitor the operation of the compressor systems and keep records;
• Operate the Zamboni, edger, change propane tanks, replace used tears and perform preventive maintenance on the Zamboni;
• Be able to complete tasks in stressful situations within a given timeframe;
• Performs ice making and removal and monitors ice quality;
• Performs regular ice maintenance, measuring ice thickness, replacing glass and maintaining rink boards;
• Maintain the turf regularly at the sports complex;
• Supervise the staff of the sports bar, bowling alley and the operator’s assistants; Supervise the traffic inside the Arena and recreational facilities;
• Performs various minor basic jobs including: plumbing, electrical, painting, and carpentry in the recreation facilities;
• Prepare and assist the premises for various activities and events (tables and chairs) including parks, community halls, the St-Isidore Recreation Center and/or Limoges Community Centre and bar service;
• Clearing shovel and /or tractor snow in front of emergency exits and around recreational facilities;
• Answer questions from the public and receiving deliveries;
• Ensure that the public respects the rules and rules of order in municipal parks and recreational facilities;
• Be a responsible person during fire evacuations or emergency situations;
• Ensure that doors and alarm systems are locked or unlocked according to supervisor’s instructions;
• Inspect, maintain, and repair: ball fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, water play structures, etc.; paint, repair picnic tables, fences, benches and outdoor rinks;
• Paint lines in parking lots, tennis courts and skating rinks;
• Prune, cut trees and maintain shrubs and flower beds;
• Grease machines in the bowling alley, adjust ropes and clean lanes as needed;
• Perform occasional bar service;
• Prepare incident reports as required;
• Perform any other related duties in the Recreation department

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school diploma

Experience: 2 years in the field of recreation or a related field

Specific knowledge:

• Bilingual (oral and written);
• Certification in First Aid, CPR, Smart Serve;
• WHMIS and health and safety regulations;
• Basic knowledge of refrigeration, arena systems, electrical and plumbing;
• ORFA ice resurfacer course (an asset)

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to respond to customer needs and solve problems;
• Communication skills;
• Ability to work in a team or independently;
• Competence in health & safety and alcohol laws;
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks;
• Sense of work well done;
• Resourceful and versatile;
• Professional demeanor and attention to detail

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical effort required:

• The position requires mobility, able to stand for long periods of time;
• Manual dexterity and coordination are required to operate equipment;
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds;
• High physical effort required to handle equipment, set up reservations and perform daily tasks;

Equipment, specific machinery to be used:

• Zamboni;
• Snow blower;
• Floor washing machine;
• Edger;
• Other basic construction tools

Work rhythm:

• Work evenings and weekends;
• Extreme weather conditions, exposed to cold and warm temperatures for short and medium periods

Hour of work: 40 hrs. per week

Position Status: Permanent (with benefits)

Salary: $25.64 per hour

Department: Recreation

Work area: St-Isidore and Limoges, ON

Start date: immediately

A criminal record check and a current driving record check must be provided upon hire.

Interested candidates are requested to send their resume before quoting reference number RH-79-2024 to the following address:

The Nation Municipality

958 road 500 West, Casselman, Ont K0A 1W0

Chantal Lauzon, Human resources manager

E-Mail: hr@nationmun.ca

Phone : (613) 764-5444 poste 225, Fax : (613) 764-3310

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Manager-Parks & Facilities, the incumbent works as part of a team to ensure the safe and smooth operation of the St. Isidore Recreation Centre. This includes ice maintenance, janitorial duties and public relations. The incumbent will be responsible for repairs and maintenance in parks and community centers for the municipality.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform janitorial maintenance and services and maintain the cleanliness of the interior and exterior areas at all times for the St-Isidore Recreation Center, such as sweeping, mopping floors, washing windows, cleaning bathrooms, changing and removing garbage bags, and stripping, waxing and polishing floors;
• Performs janitorial maintenance for community halls on an occasional basis; Monitor the operation of the compressor systems and keep records;
• Operate the Zamboni, edger, change propane tanks, replace used blades and perform preventive maintenance on the Zamboni;
• Performs regular ice maintenance, measuring ice thickness, replacing glass and maintaining rink boards;
• Supervise the staff of the sports bar, bowling alley and the operator’s assistants;
• Performs various basic minor jobs including: plumbing, electrical, painting, and carpentry in the recreation facilities;
• Prepare and assist the premises for various activities and events (tables and chairs) including park, community halls and the St-Isidore Recreation Center and bar service;
• Inspect and maintain the parks; Perform other duties as assigned;

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Specific knowledge:

Bilingual (oral and written)

Certification in First Aid, CPR, Smart Serve

Basic knowledge of refrigeration, arena systems electrical and plumbing

Education:

High school diploma

WORK CONDITIONS

Salary: 25.64$/hours

Working Hours: as per supervisor

Job Status: Part time

Department: Recreation

Work area: St-Isidore Ont.

Start date: immediately

A criminal record check must be provided upon hire.

Interested candidates are requested to send their resume quoting reference number RH-78-2024 to the following address:

The Nation Municipality

958 road 500 West, Casselman, Ont K0A 1W0

Chantal Lauzon, Human resources manager

E-Mail: hr@nationmun.ca

Phone : (613) 764-5444 poste 225, Fax : (613) 764-3310

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Manager Parks & Facilities, the incumbent will assist and help with the ice resurfacing operator, janitorial duties and respond to public requests at the St. Isidore Recreation Center.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fill the ice resurfacer with water; 
• Remove and replace the hockey nets on the ice; 
• Check and clean players benches; 
• Clean players’ locker rooms including emptying, sweeping and mopping floors; 
• Wash windows, clean bathroom; 
• Assist the operator with room set-up; 
• Disinfect and clean surfaces frequently touched by the public; 
• Able to work evenings and weekends; 
• Able to work independently and follow directions; 
• Able to work with the public; 
• Perform all other duties related to this position; 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Specific knowledge:

• Bilingual
• General knowledge of cleaning products (WHMIS)

Education:

• High school diploma or minimum 10th grade

WORK CONDITIONS

Salary: $17.92 per hour

Working Hours: 6 to 20 hours a week (evenings and weekends)

Job Status: Part time (august to may)    

Department: Recreation (St. Isidore Arena) 

Work area: 20 Arena Street, St. Isidore, ON 

Start date: August 2024 

Interested candidates are requested to send their resume quoting reference number RH-73-2024 to the following address:

The Nation Municipality

958 road 500 West, Casselman, Ont K0A 1W0

Chantal Lauzon, Human resources manager

E-Mail: clauzon@nationmun.ca

Phone : (613) 764-5444 poste 225, Fax : (613) 764-3310

Are you passionate about local heritage and culture? 

We are looking for dedicated volunteers to join The Nation Municipality’s Heritage & Culture Committee. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact on preserving and promoting our community’s rich history. 

Requirements: 

• Must be 18 years of age or older 
• Must be a resident of The Nation Municipality 
• Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset 
• Cannot be employed by the Municipality 

Term: This volunteer position is concurrent with the term of the Council, ending October 2026. 

Remuneration: This is a voluntary position; no remuneration is provided. 

Meetings: The committee meets at least 3 times a year. Additional meetings may be added at the Chair’s discretion. 

About the Committee: The Heritage & Culture Committee serves as an advisory body to the Council, with a mission to represent the community in preserving and promoting local heritage and culture. The committee’s mandate includes: 

Recommending frameworks to identify and recognize significant sites, buildings, and landmarks. 

Proposing strategies to enhance the promotion of The Nation’s heritage and culture. 

Encouraging community members to become storytellers and actively participate in heritage days and cultural events. 

How to Apply: If you are interested in contributing to our community through this role, please contact the Clerk’s office. You can reach us by: 

• Email: admin@nationmun.ca 
• Phone: (613) 764-5444 x228 

Join us in making a difference in our community by preserving our heritage and promoting our culture!