Equipment Operator III, Utilities, Reg FT

City of Fort St. John; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fort St. John is seeking an Equipment Operator III for the Public Works - Utilities Department. This regular full-time role involves operating a range of light and heavy equipment, performing routine maintenance, and supporting traffic control at work sites in Fort St.

John. Applicants must have Grade 12 or equivalent, a valid Class 3 BC Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement, and a BC Traffic Control Person certification.

Qualifications

• Operates a variety of light and heavy equipment used in construction, maintenance and repair.
• Maintains roads, grounds and utility systems.
• Performs routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment of varying sizes and attachments.
• Inspects and maintains assigned equipment; reports defects.
• Assists in installation/maintenance of traffic control devices and signage; coordinates traffic control at work sites.
• May train other operators as required.
• May perform duties of Labourer or Utility Maintenance Worker as assigned.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Reading maps/drawings

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12 education or GED

Valid BC Driver’s License Class 3 with Air Brake Endorsement

Traffic Control Person Certification in BC

Tools

Tamper

Plate compactor

Saws

Torches

Pumps

Compressors

Generators

Job description

Job No:JP2026116

Location:Fort St. John

POSITION TITLE:
DEPARTMENT:
TERM:

SALARY:

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR III
Public Works - Utilities Department
Regular Full Time

$45.33 per hour, as per BCGEU Collective Agreement

NATURE AND SCOPE OF WORK

Operates a variety of light and heavy duty equipment utilized in construction, maintenance and repair activities; performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance of municipal roads, grounds, and utility systems.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the supervision of a supervisor or leadhand position

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

May provide supervision or leadhand direction as assigned

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Operates a variety of light and heavy duty equipment of various sizes and weights, including attachments.

Performs routine inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor; cleans equipment.

Assists in the installation and maintenance of traffic control devices and regulatory signage. Coordinates traffic control at work sites to guide traffic through work areas as required or assigned.

May assists in the training of other operators as required.

Required to perform some or all of the duties of Labourer or Utility Maintenance Worker 1 as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY AND SKILLS

Demonstrated working knowledge and skill in equipment operation and operator level maintenance work. Ability to drive and operate a variety of equipment under varying conditions.

Requires working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to equipment operations; ability to observe proper safety precautions and perform all duties in conformance to applicable safety and security standards.

Requires working knowledge of tools, materials and methods used in maintenance and operations; ability to read and work from maps and drawings. Requires basic knowledge of computers and mobile devices.

Ability to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions.

Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions. Ability to establish positive working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the public.

GENERAL TOOLS USED

Tamper, plate compactor, saws, torches, pumps, compressors, generators, common hand and power tools, detection devices, computer, mobile communication devices, and other tools as required.

PERFORMANCE FACTORS

• Knowledge, Ability and Skills
• Customer Service
• Quantity of Work
• Cooperation
• Reliability
• Attendance and Punctuality
• Compliance
• Health & Safety

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENCES, CERTIFICATES & REGISTRATIONS

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR LEVEL 1:

• Completion of Grade 12 education, GED, or equivalent combination of education or experience.
• Valid Class 3 BC Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement
• Valid Traffic Control Person Certification in BC
• Demonstrated ability to safely and efficiently operate 75% of the department specific equipment listed in Schedule A for Equipment Operator Level 1

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR LEVEL 2:

• Demonstrated ability to safely and efficiently operate 75% of the department specific equipment listed in Schedule A for Equipment Operator Level 2
  • Equipment listed in Schedule A requiring Class 1 BC Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement is excluded from the 75% requirement

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR LEVEL 3:

• Demonstrated ability to safely and efficiently operate 75% of the department specific equipment listed in Schedule A for Equipment Operator Level 3
  • Equipment listed in Schedule A requiring Class 1 BC Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement is excluded from the 75% requirement

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibrations. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

GENERAL

Formal application; rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related and/or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

“Schedule A” will be updated periodically to reflect the City of Fort St. John’s equipment inventory. This is a position in the BC Government and Service Employees’ Union

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