Municipality of Jasper Heavy Equipment Operator

Municipality of Jasper Heavy Equipment Operator

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP
Employer: Municipality of Jasper
Position Details:

1. Number of Positions Available: 1
2. Position Type: Casual
3. Position Duration: Permanent
4. Staff Accommodation: No
5. Wage Range: TBD Hourly

Job Overview:
Effectively and safely operate mobile equipment owned and operated by the Municipality, with the exception of grader & hydro-vac; maintaining streets and alleys in accordance with the identified priorities and established levels of service required by Council. This will mean extended hours of work following a snow fall event; loading and hauling of materials to the appropriate location; carrying out specified and routine checks on equipment to determine wear, deterioration or other operating irregularities; performing preventive maintenance on equipment as required and assist HEO/Mechanic with mechanical repairs; recording appropriate statistics and records as required and maintaining maintenance files on all vehicles and equipment.

Position Requirements:
English Fluency Level: Intermediate

Job Requirements Qualifications & Experience:
Your resume and cover letter must clearly describe how you meet the following qualifications:

1. Valid Class 3 Driver’s License with Airbrakes Endorsement
2. WHMIS Certification
3. Standard First Aid/CPR
4. Mechanical experience – for routine repairs & preventative maintenance
5. Good public relations skill with the ability to act as ambassador for the Municipality of Jasper in all dealings with the public, fellow staff and Council
6. Ability to lift weights up to 35 kg
7. Ability to operate a loader, street sweeper & back hoe (for non-hazardous situations)
8. Knowledge of the work methods and procedures used in the preventative and corrective maintenance of heavy-duty equipment
9. Knowledge of safety procedures used in the heavy equipment and mechanical repair industry
10. 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

Application Details:
How to Apply:
Email your resume and cover letter in PDF format outlining your qualifications, experience and any relevant documentation to the Human Resources Coordinator, Marlyn Fernandez, at mfernandez@jasper-alberta.ca.

Documents Required:
Resume
Cover Letter