Heavy Equipment Operator – Sewer & Water - Job Posting ID: 25E-15

City of North Bay; Idaho; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community as a Heavy Equipment Operator in the Water Wastewater Division. This permanent full-time role involves operating various heavy equipment to ensure efficient water distribution and wastewater collection repairs. You'll be responsible for the safe operation of excavators and loaders, performing essential maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Enjoy a competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental benefits, while contributing to the community's growth and safety. This is a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in public service.

Benefits

Health and Dental Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience operating heavy equipment in water distribution.
• Valid Ontario Class 'D' Driver’s License with 'Z' endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for water and wastewater repairs.
• Perform minor equipment maintenance and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Excavation Skills

Safety Compliance

Directional Following

Education

Grade 12 Education or equivalent

Tools

Excavators

Loader/Backhoe

Hydraulic Breaker

Job description

JOB POSTING ID: 25E-15

With a population of approximately 53,000, North Bay is a beautiful, vibrant and diverse community nestled between Lake Nipissing and Trout Lake. Conveniently located just three and a half hours from major Ontario centres such as Toronto and Ottawa, North Bay is a progressive community well positioned for growth.

Join our team and create your future with the City of North Bay. Discover the Gateway to the North, where easy living is embraced.

Applications are invited for the position of Heavy Equipment Operator within the City of North Bay’s Water Wastewater Division. Under the direction of the Operations Supervisor, Water & Wastewater, operates Heavy Equipment to complete all water distribution and waste water collection repairs. Performs the safe and efficient operation of wheeled or tracked excavators, mini excavators, loader/backhoe with bucket and hydraulic breaker when required to excavate, break frost/rock, hoist, load, compact, level and spread earth, gravel or other materials. Heavy equipment operators are also required to perform minor equipment maintenance and adjustments. Operators are responsible to read and understand utility locates and relevant sections of the OH&S Act as well as the Safe Drinking Water Act. Direct personnel to ensure their compliance and safety during excavations.

Qualifications:

• Must have Grade 12 Education or equivalent
• Must have three (3) years’ experience in the operation of an excavator and other various heavy equipment required in the water distribution and collection field
• Must be able to follow explicit directions.
• Must hold a valid Ontario Class “D” Driver’s License with a “Z” endorsement
• Must have a good work, driver and operator record.
• Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection Level 1 Certificate; or ability to obtain Ministry of Environment (MOE) Operator-in-training (OIT) certificate within probationary period (at own expense) and is required to achieve and hold Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection level I certification within three years of a valid OIT certificate.
• Applicants will be subject to equipment operations assessment.
• Required to participate in On-Call Duty System and be available for emergency work after hours.

Hours of Work: 0730hrs to 1600hrs - Monday to Friday

Duration: Permanent Full-Time

Hourly Rate: $30.55/hr – Water/Wastewater OIT

We offer a comprehensive benefit package including an Employee Assistance Program, Health and Dental Benefits and Life, Long-Term Disability, and AD&D Insurance. The City of North Bay is an Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) employer.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a detailed resume and covering letter, saved in PDF format via email in one pdf document to: [e-mail] Please identify the Posting ID (25E-15) in the subject line. This job will remain posted until filled.

While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that all offers of employment are conditional upon proof of education, proof of Valid Ontario Class “D” driver’s license with “Z” endorsement and satisfactory driver’s abstract at the candidates cost, proof of MOE certificates, and a satisfactory criminal record check at the candidates cost, to be arranged by the City of North Bay Human Resources Department only.

Applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation and will be used strictly for the purpose of candidate selection. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under the City’s Accessibility Policy. We encourage applicants to make their needs known to Human Resources in advance.