Mobile Operations Technician

Government of Manitoba; Rural Municipality of West St. Paul; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a Mobile Operations Technician in West St. Paul, Manitoba. Responsibilities include supervising engineering aids, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and performing technical work. Candidates must hold a Civil Engineering Technology Diploma and have experience in materials testing. A valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver's Licence is mandatory. This position offers a salary of $59,040.00 - $72,230.00 per year with various benefits.

Benefits

Extended health care

Dental care

Vision care

Pension plan

Maternity/paternity leave

Qualifications

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver's Licence.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in a materials testing environment.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Central/Mobile Labs Manager.
• Supervise engineering aids on project sites.
• Ensure compliance with department standards and safety procedures.

Skills

Civil Engineering Technology

Materials Testing Experience

Interpersonal Communication

Organizational Skills

Written Communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Teamwork

Risk Management Knowledge

Education

Civil Engineering Technology Diploma

Job description

Overview

EA4 Engineering Aid 4

Department: Department of Transportation and Infrastructure
Construction Support Services, Engineering & Technical Service
Location: West St. Paul, Manitoba (may be changed to Winnipeg, depending on operational requirements)

Advertisement Number: 44526

Salary: EA4 $59,040.00 - $72,230.00 per year

Closing Date: September 28, 2025

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months. Candidates who do not meet all essential criteria may be considered on an underfill basis at a commensurate rate of pay.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure is currently seeking qualified individual to fill Mobile Operations Technician position located in West St. Paul. Please note that the location may be changed to Winnipeg, depending on operational requirements.

For more information, we encourage you to visit our website at: https://www.gov.mb.ca/mti/index.html

The Manitoba Government has a comprehensive benefit package which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family related leave, and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers).

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver's Licence.
• Must be able to travel throughout the province and stay overnight as required.
• Must be able to work various shifts including some weekends.
• Must be physically capable to perform the duties that are associated with this position, that include to stand for extended periods of time and be able to lift and carry 22.5 kg.
• Must be able to work in a variety of climatic conditions.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Civil Engineering Technology Diploma or completion of Department Level 3 training courses or suitable combination of education with experience in a materials testing environment.
• Directly related materials testing experience.
• Knowledge in the Mobile Operations Field Assistant environment.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written communication skills and ability to generate records and reports.
• Experienced and proficient with Microsoft Office software package (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of Occupational Safety, Health and Risk Management policies and procedures.

Duties

The Mobile Operations Technician (MOT) reports to the Central/Mobile Labs Manager and has supervisory responsibility for engineering aids on a project site. The MOT performs advanced specialized technical work and material engineering related functions and is responsible for independent decisions related to hour to hour operations, ensuring department standards, specifications, policies, procedures and Workplace Safety and Health Acts are followed, working with other technical positions.

Apply

Apply to: Advertisement # 44526

Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB , R3B 2A9

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