Municipality of Jasper Heavy Equipment Operator

The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge; Municipality of Jasper; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Jasper, Alberta is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to operate mobile equipment and maintain streets and alleys. The ideal candidate will possess a valid Class 3 Driver’s License, WHMIS certification, and mechanical experience. This position involves performing routine maintenance and ensuring safe operation. Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources Coordinator.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 3 Driver’s License with Airbrakes Endorsement.
• WHMIS Certification required.
• Standard First Aid/CPR certification.
• Mechanical experience for routine repairs and preventative maintenance necessary.

Responsibilities

• Effectively operate mobile equipment owned by the Municipality.
• Maintain streets and alleys according to service levels required.
• Load and haul materials.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Record maintenance statistics and files on vehicles.

Skills

Valid Class 3 Driver’s License with Airbrakes Endorsement

WHMIS Certification

Standard First Aid/CPR

Mechanical experience for routine repairs and preventative maintenance

Good public relations skills

Ability to lift weights up to 35 kg

Ability to operate a loader, street sweeper and back hoe

Knowledge of safety procedures in heavy equipment

Job description

Overview

Position: Heavy Equipment Operator

Employer: Municipality of Jasper

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Number of Positions: 1

Wage Range: TBD

Location: Jasper, Alberta

Responsibilities

• Effectively and safely operate mobile equipment owned and operated by the Municipality, with the exception of grader and hydro-vac.
• Maintain streets and alleys in accordance with priorities and levels of service required by Council. This includes extended hours after a snow fall event.
• Load and haul materials to the appropriate location.
• Carry out specified and routine checks on equipment to determine wear, deterioration or other operating irregularities.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as required and assist HEO/Mechanic with mechanical repairs.
• Record appropriate statistics and maintain maintenance files on all vehicles and equipment.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 3 Driver’s License with Airbrakes Endorsement.
• WHMIS Certification.
• Standard First Aid/CPR.
• Mechanical experience – for routine repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Good public relations skills with the ability to act as ambassador for the Municipality of Jasper in all dealings with the public, fellow staff and Council.
• Ability to lift weights up to 35 kg.
• Ability to operate a loader, street sweeper and back hoe (for non-hazardous situations).
• Knowledge of work methods and procedures used in preventative and corrective maintenance of heavy-duty equipment.
• Knowledge of safety procedures used in the heavy equipment and mechanical repair industry.
• Power line certification, knowledge of Alberta Standards relative to Heavy Equipment Operations and small routine Mechanical repairs, Occupational Health and Safety and safe work practices.

How to Apply

Submit a resume and cover letter in PDF format outlining your qualifications, experience and any relevant documentation to the Human Resources Coordinator, Marlyn Fernandez, by email to [e-mail].

Documents Required

• Resume
• Cover Letter