Municipal Operator

Autism Services; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Rosthern is seeking a motivated and dependable Municipal Operator to join our Public Works team. Reporting to the Public Works Lead Hand and Municipal Operations Manager, this position plays a key role in maintaining and improving municipal infrastructure, utilities, facilities, and public spaces.

Responsibilities include operating and maintaining a variety of municipal equipment, such as graders, loaders, backhoes, tandem trucks, skid steers, and other specialized heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy municipal equipment such as graders, loaders and backhoes.
• Experience in municipal public works construction, maintenance, and repairs.
• Willingness to participate in on-call rotations and emergency response.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a variety of municipal equipment (graders, loaders, backhoes, tandem trucks, skid steers, etc.).
• Contribute to road, sidewalk, drainage, signage, and infrastructure maintenance and repair.
• Perform snow and ice control during winter season.
• Support water distribution and wastewater system operations, hydrant flushing, water sampling, and regulatory record keeping.
• Participate in on-call rotations and emergency response activities.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Public works experience

Regulatory compliance

On-call readiness

Safety practices

Tools

Grader

Loader

Backhoe

Skid steer

Job description

The Town of Rosthern is seeking a motivated and dependable Municipal Operator to join our Public Works team. Reporting to the Public Works Lead Hand and Municipal Operations Manager, this position plays a key role in maintaining and improving municipal infrastructure, utilities, facilities, and public spaces. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining a variety of municipal equipment such as graders, loaders, backhoes, tandem trucks, skid steers, and other specialized heavy equipment. The successful candidate will assist with the construction, maintenance, and repair of roads, sidewalks, drainage systems, signage, and other municipal infrastructure, as well as snow and ice control operations during the winter season. The Municipal Operator will also support the operation and maintenance of the Town's water distribution and wastewater systems, including water meter installation and maintenance, hydrant flushing, utility inspections, water sampling, and regulatory record keeping. The position requires participation in an on-call rotation and emergency response activities related to watermain breaks, sewer backups, flooding, severe weather, and other municipal emergencies. The ideal candidate will have experience in urban or rural municipal public works, construction, equipment operation, or a related field. Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated experience safely operating and maintaining heavy equipment, particularly motor graders, as well as fleet vehicles and other municipal equipment. The successful applicant will be committed to workplace safety, capable of working independently and as part of a team, and able to interact professionally with residents, contractors, regulatory agencies, and fellow employees. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the delivery of essential municipal services and the continued growth and success of our community. Full job description of duties are listed here: https://rosthern.com/employment