Heavy Equipment Operator – Water & Grounds (CUPE 47)

City of Saskatoon; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Saskatoon is recruiting for a Labour Group Labourer to operate dump trucks, loaders, and other heavy equipment at water and wastewater facilities, reporting to the Building and Grounds Foreman or Remote Site Supervisor.

The position supports building and grounds tasks, plant operation, and maintenance, with duties spanning winter snow removal to summer grounds work. A Grade 12 education and relevant licenses are required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education.
• One year’s experience operating heavy equipment (dump truck, loader, grader, bulldozer, forklift, bobcat).
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid first aid certificate.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain within one month, a valid Industrial Vegetation Commercial Pesticide Applicator License.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI showing a safe driving record.
• Knowledge of equipment and safety practices in building/grounds maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate a dump truck, front end loader, and skid steer.
• Assists with building and grounds maintenance including snow removal.
• Perform routine plant operation and maintenance as required.
• Carry out minor repairs and maintenance checks on vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Vehicle operation

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Grade 12

Tools

First aid certificate

Pesticide Applicator License

Job description

City of Saskatoon is recruiting for a Labour Group Labourer to operate dump trucks, loaders, and other heavy equipment at water and wastewater facilities, reporting to the Building and Grounds Foreman or Remote Site Supervisor.

The position supports building and grounds tasks, plant operation, and maintenance, with duties spanning winter snow removal to summer grounds work. A Grade 12 education and relevant licenses are required.