MINJobs posting: Equipment Operator
October 31, 2024
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Equipment Operator

Organization:
City of Summerside
Region:
Prince Edward Island
Application deadline:
April 23, 2024 before 13:00
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Type:
Full time
Category:
Public works & operations
Description
Reporting to the Operations Supervisor of the Municipal Services Department, the Equipment Operator is responsible for proper operation of various pieces of heavy equipment owned by the City of Summerside for work within its boundaries.

 

Duties will include:

  • Operate and perform minor maintenance of mobile construction and maintenance equipment including but not limited to backhoe, front end loaders with bucket, blade and wing, snow blowers, roller, street sweeper, skid loader;
  • Perform manual tasks (specialized or otherwise) or drive a truck when not operating;
  • Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Operations Supervisor or designate;
  • On-call work required.
Requirements

Required Qualifications and Competencies:

  • Must have successfully completed training from a recognized heavy equipment operator training program;
  • Must hold a valid class 3A driver’s license;
  • Must have experience with and demonstrate the ability to properly operate all types of heavy equipment owned by the City of Summerside Municipal Works section of the Municipal Services Department;
  • Must have successfully completed a minimum of Grade 12 or equivalent;
  • Must be of good character, in sound physical condition, and mentally alert;
  • Have or be willing to take the Atlantic Water & Wastewater Voluntary Certification Program;
  • Bilingual skills would be considered an asset.
Salary & Benefits

Salary: $27.73 per hour, as per Collective Agreement (90% of wage for first 6 months during probationary period)

Hours: 40 hours per week

The City of Summerside offers a superior work environment, along with an attractive benefits package, including a pension plan, comprehensive medical/dental coverage, and 3 weeks of vacation to start.

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