Heavy Equipment Operator (West B)

Job Brief

Job Description

Skills/Education Required

• Secondary School Diploma
• Minimum 3 years of related progressive experience, competently and safely operating a backhoe, grader and loader to perform all of the duties required of a Heavy Equipment Operator in and around the road system operations, preferably in a municipal environment
• Must have a minimum one (1) full winter control season driving experience operating a tandem, single or tri-axle plow truck with wing and sander (must be current, i.e. within the last five years); over any specified road type
• Ability to read and understand current legislation as it pertains to the Hours of Work legislation, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Highway Traffic Act, Minimum Maintenance Standards, City policies, Operational Guidelines, and other legislation and laws as applicable
• Ability to operate small hand tools and equipment, (i.e. chainsaw, weed eater)
• Knowledge of road maintenance and repairs, both hard top and gravel
• Ability to exert up to 44.4 kg (100 lbs) of force occasionally, and/or up to 22.2 kg (50 lbs) of force frequently, and/or up to 8.9 kg (20 lbs) of force constantly to move objects
• First Aid/CPR Certification, WHMIS training
• Must have legible and accurate writing ability
• Ability to work independently or as an effective member of a team
• Effective oral communication and strong interpersonal skills to deal with members of the public, council and all levels of staff
• Ability to demonstrate initiative consistently with commitment to quality improvement, sharing process improvement initiatives with management
• Demonstrated time-management skills with the ability to prioritize assigned workloads and meet deadlines
• Basic skill Level with microcomputers and related software
• Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class “D” Driver’s Licence with “Z” endorsement and acceptable driving record
• Applicants must be prepared for skill testing during the recruitment process.
• Upon a conditional offer of employment, an acceptable Criminal Record Check will be required.
• The City of Kawartha Lakes is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
• We are dedicated to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please let us know of any accommodations you may require. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Requirements

• Secondary School Diploma
• Minimum 3 years of related progressive experience, competently and safely operating a backhoe, grader and loader to perform all of the duties required of a Heavy Equipment Operator in and around the road system operations, preferably in a municipal environment
• Must have a minimum one (1) full winter control season driving experience operating a tandem, single or tri-axle plow truck with wing and sander (must be current, i.e. within the last five years); over any specified road type
• Ability to read and understand current legislation as it pertains to the Hours of Work legislation, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Highway Traffic Act, Minimum Maintenance Standards, City policies, Operational Guidelines, and other legislation and laws as applicable
• Ability to operate small hand tools and equipment, (i.e. chainsaw, weed eater)
• Knowledge of road maintenance and repairs, both hard top and gravel
• Ability to exert up to 44.4 kg (100 lbs) of force occasionally, and/or up to 22.2 kg (50 lbs) of force frequently, and/or up to 8.9 kg (20 lbs) of force constantly to move objects
• First Aid/CPR Certification, WHMIS training
• Must have legible and accurate writing ability
• Ability to work independently or as an effective member of a team
• Effective oral communication and strong interpersonal skills to deal with members of the public, council and all levels of staff
• Ability to demonstrate initiative consistently with commitment to quality improvement, sharing process improvement initiatives with management
• Demonstrated time-management skills with the ability to prioritize assigned workloads and meet deadlines
• Basic skill Level with microcomputers and related software
• Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class “D” Driver’s Licence with “Z” endorsement and acceptable driving record
• Applicants must be prepared for skill testing during the recruitment process.
• Upon a conditional offer of employment, an acceptable Criminal Record Check will be required.
• The City of Kawartha Lakes is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
• We are dedicated to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please let us know of any accommodations you may require. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met throughout the recruitment and selection process.