Equipment Operator \"B\" - Frobisher

City of Greater Sudbury; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Greater Sudbury is seeking a permanent Road Operations worker to operate CGS equipment at the Frobisher Depot, under a Foreperson's supervision. The role requires shift work and the ability to read and follow maintenance manuals while maintaining safety standards.

Primary duties include operating Tandem Trucks and other CGS equipment, transporting personnel and materials, while coordinating a small crew and preparing routine reports as needed. English proficiency is essential.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.
• No sectional experience necessary.
• Proven ability to operate equipment such as Tandem Truck, Sweeper, Flusher, Municipal Tractor and attachments, Loader, etc.

Responsibilities

• Operate various units of CGS equipment.
• Operate equipment such as Tandem Truck, Sweeper, Flusher, Municipal Tractor and attachments, Loader, etc.
• Load and unload truck by hand or mechanical devices.
• Transport personnel, materials, supplies, equipment and refuse.
• Oversee small work crew in the performance of routine duties.
• Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

Secondary School (Grade XII)

Tools

Tandem Truck

Sweeper

Flusher

Municipal Tractor

Loader

Attachments

Job description

Job Description

Section: Roads Operations

Division: Linear Infrastructure Services

Department: Community Infrastructure

Initial Reporting Location: Frobisher Depot

Job Status: Permanent Position

Number of Vacancies: 1

Union Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Outside Unit

Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly

Shift Work Required: Yes - Shift work may be required

Rate of Pay: $32.20 per hour

The start date will follow the selection process.

Main Function: Operate various units of CGS equipment on CGS Construction and Maintenance properties.

Characteristic: Under the supervision of a Foreperson.

Duties

• Operate various units of CGS equipment.
• Operate equipment such as Tandem Truck, Sweeper, Flusher, Municipal Tractor and attachments, Loader, etc.
• Load and unload truck by hand or mechanical devices.
• Transport personnel, materials, supplies, equipment and refuse.
• Oversee small work crew in the performance of routine duties.
• Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education and Training:

• Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.

Experience:

• No sectional experience necessary.
• Proven ability to operate equipment such as Tandem Truck, Sweeper, Flusher, Municipal Tractor and attachments, Loader, etc.

Other Requirements:

• Shift work is required.
• Proven ability to operate various units of CGS equipment.
• Prepare work reports when required.
• Must be able to read and follow manufacturers Routine Maintenance Instructions.
• Must be able to read and understand equipment manuals.
• Must have some mechanical knowledge to avoid damage to the equipment.
• Must be able to operate and perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Must be able to operate all equipment attachments.
• Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
• Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
• May require the use of a CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid Class "DZ" driver's licence and have an acceptable driving record.

This job is also being posted as a development opportunity. Should there be no fully qualified candidate for this position, a candidate who can be expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period of time may be considered for this position as a development opportunity.

Development opportunity rate of pay: $30.59 per hour. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced rate until the minimum qualifications have been met.

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