Equipment Operator IV - Roads South - Temporary Full-Time

Thunder Bay; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government in Northwestern Ontario is seeking a skilled equipment operator to ensure safe operation and maintenance of construction equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong manual labour capabilities and excellent public interaction skills, along with a valid Class 'D' Ontario Drivers Licence. This position requires reliability, good communication, and the ability to work under various weather conditions. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to the community.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in the operation of equipment in this classification.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 'D' Ontario Drivers Licence.
• Must be capable of performing manual labouring duties.

Responsibilities

• Operates construction and maintenance equipment within the classification.
• Reports all equipment defects.
• Inspects equipment daily and performs minor servicing.

Skills

Proficient in operation of equipment

Capable of performing manual labour

Reliable

Able to communicate in English

Tactful and courteous with the public

Education

Valid Class 'D' Ontario Drivers Licence

Job description

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Supervisor Maintenance Operations Roads and direction of the Leadhand, operates construction and maintenance equipment in a safe and proficient manner.

Major Responsibilities

• Operates construction and maintenance equipment within the classification.
• Operates other equipment when required.
• Inspects equipment daily and carries out minor servicing of equipment being operated.
• Reports all equipment defects.
• Fills out time cards and marks in proper account distribution.
• Reports materials used to the Supervisor, Leadhand, or stores personnel.
• Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

General:

• Must be proficient in the operation of equipment in this classification;
• Must be capable of performing manual labouring duties;
• Must be reliable and able to perform routine work with minimal supervision;
• Must be able to understand, read, write, and speak English;
• Must be tactful and courteous with the public;
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class “D” Ontario Drivers Licence, or equivalent with a ‘Z’ endorsement
• Must meet the definition of a competent driver as defined by the Corporation

Specific:

Within one year of accepting the position, must attain Corporate Driver’s Certification and proficiency in the operation of two or more of the following: sidewalk maintenance equipment complete with all attachments; dump trucks; truck plows with wings; truck-mounted sanding/salting/pre-wetting units with on-board information systems; steamers; and jet rodders.

Conditions of Employment

• Must remain a competent driver as defined by the Corporation
• May be required to provide a successful driver’s abstract (uncertified)
• Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely
• Must be willing to work irregular hours and in adverse weather conditions
• Must undergo a successful Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC)

General Information

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

ONTARIO HUMAN RIGHTS CODE

It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression. Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics. Do not include:

• Photos
• Any certificates that have photo identification
• Driver’s licences
• Police records checks

Note: The above documentation will be requested by the Human Resources Division should you be the successful applicant. If a Criminal Record Check is required, it will be requested by Human Resources should you be the successful applicant. Please do not submit your Criminal Record Check with your application.

Accommodation

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

Privacy

Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Division, 125 Syndicate Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: [phone]

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