Operator in Training (OIT)

The Corporation of the City of Cranbrook; Cranbrook; Presencial; CAD 43.000 - 59.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Corporation of the City of Cranbrook is seeking a Municipal Works Technician for a 40-hour work week in Cranbrook, Alberta. The role involves sewer/watermain work, road maintenance, and lawn/irrigation tasks, with an hourly rate of $36.92.

Requirements include Grade 12 or GED, 18 CEUs in Water Distribution or Wastewater, a valid Class 3 BC Driver's License with Air Endorsement, and three years of related municipal or private sector experience.

Formación

• Grade 12 diploma or GED is required.
• 18 CEUs in Water Distribution or Wastewater Collection.
• Demonstrated ability to operate municipal works equipment.
• Three years of municipal works or related experience.

Responsabilidades

• Operate sewer/watermain installation and maintenance tasks.
• Road maintenance and asphalt repair across sites.
• Lawn maintenance and irrigation installation duties.

Conocimientos

Operate equipment

Basic computer skills

Follow instructions

Public interaction

Initiative

Work with minimal supervision

Educación

Grade 12 or GED

18 CEUs in Water or Wastewater

Herramientas

Office software

MMCD knowledge

Descripción del empleo

POSTING TYPE: Internal
POSITION TYPE:Full-time
HOURS OF WORK : 40-hour work week, as per schedule

HOURLY RATE $36.92 per hour, Pay Grade 4 - Schedule "B" Outside Employees

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Grade 12 Diploma or GED
• 18 CEU's from approved courses in either: Water Distribution or Wastewater Collection.

LICENSES / CERTIFICATES

• Valid Class three (3) BC Driver's License with Air Endorsement

EXPERIENCE

• Three (3) years' experience in a Municipal Works experience or work experience of a similar nature in private industry including:
  • Sewer/Watermain Installation/Replacement
  • Road maintenance/Asphalt Repair
  • Lawn Maintenance/Irrigation Installation

SPECIFIC SKILLS

• Ability to operate municipal works equipment.
• Basic knowledge of computers and general office equipment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise considerable tact, courtesy and diplomacy in dealing with members of the public, other agencies and staff.
• High degree of initiative and sound judgement.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to perform all of the duties outlined in a safe manner following established City policies and procedures; WorkSafeBC.

Preference will be given to someone with:

• Knowledge of hand signals/ spotter experience.
• Comfortable backing up haul trucks.
• Ability to run hand power tools.
• The ability to install manholes, catch basins, valves, and other pre-cast structures.
• Understanding of typical industry-standard safe working procedures, especially around trenches and heavy equipment.
• Understanding of MMCD, supplementary specifications and civil best practices.
• Someone who thrives being in a production-driven environment while staying friendly, professional, and communicative.
• Attention to detail and desire to provide high-quality workmanship.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Available to work various schedules, weekends, holidays, day, evening, and night shifts as outlined in the Collective Agreement.
• Respond to emergency callouts and undertake responsibilities specific to Disaster Services.
• A satisfactory Police Information Check required.