Equipment Operator

City Of Mount Pearl; Mount Pearl; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Mount Pearl is seeking an Equipment Operator to perform skilled work in the safe care and operation of a variety of heavy equipment used in a municipal operation, under the supervision of the Foreperson.

Ideal candidate has heavy equipment experience in a municipal environment, a high school diploma or Heavy Equipment Operation program, a valid Class 03 and 08 driver’s license with air brake and traction endorsements; journeyperson in heavy equipment is an asset.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent experience in heavy equipment operation.
• Proven experience operating heavy equipment in a municipal setting.
• Valid Class 03 and 08 drivers license with air brake and traction endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of heavy equipment in a municipal operation.
• Perform skilled work in the safe care and operation of heavy equipment under supervision.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Education

High school diploma

Heavy Equipment Operation program

Job description

Mount Pearl is a vibrant, progressive community with an exceptional quality of community life and a strong sense of home. We are home to 23,000 people who live, work, and play here and our economy is dynamic and rooted in innovation and excellence. We are seeking a person who is strategically focused on the continual growth and community development of Mount Pearl.

The Role

Under the general supervision of the Foreperson, the Equipment Operator performs skilled work in the safe care and operation of a variety of heavy equipment used in a municipal operation.

The Ideal Candidate

Thorough experience in operating a variety of heavy equipment found within a municipal environment supplemented by graduation from high school OR considerable experience in operating heavy equipment along with completion of a program in Heavy Equipment Operation from an accredited educational institution; and possession of a valid Class 03 and 08 driver’s license with air brake and traction engine endorsements for the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Provincial registration as a journeyperson in heavy equipment operator would be an asset.

Our team is the place for you

The City offers a respectful, safe and exciting work environment focused on public service, competitive compensation of $34.76 an hour, comprehensive programs in health and wellness, and a defined benefit pension plan.

Selected applicants will be notified if invited for an interview.