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Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Public Works Operator III
Posted on December 06, 2024 by Employer details City of Vernon
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Public Works Operator III(Temporary)Job RequisitionJR-2024-295 Public Works Operator III (Temporary) (Open)Job FamilyCUPEStart Date2024-12-06End Date 2024-12-21Primary PostingNoExternal Posting URLCareers: myworkdayjobs.comDescriptionInternal Closing Date:Dec 14, 2024External Closing Date:Dec 21, 2024NOTE: Posting comes off at 12:00AM on the closing date, with the competition closing at 11:59pm the day prior. Hourly Rate:37.68Scheduled Weekly Hours:40 Subject to return of incumbent Reporting to the Manager, Parks and Public Spaces, or Manager, Roads, Drainage and Airport, this position operates all equipment and related attachments (as defined below), as well as performs manual labour tasks in support of parks and road construction and maintenance in compliance with W.C.B. regulations and City of Vernon safety policies. Duties Include: Operates all public works equipment and vehicles (as defined below) in compliance with municipal and provincial bylaws and regulations for the purpose of road, utility, and parks construction and maintenance, and snow and ice control. Performs manual tasks in support of road, utility, and parks construction and maintenance, and snow and ice control. Equipment used includes, but is not limited to the following: hand tools, power tools, jackhammers, shovels, rakes, compressors, hammers, tampers, rollers, loader, fork lift, skid steer, two and three axle trucks, three axle truck with wing attachment, and backhoe. The grader will only be operated for training purposes only under the direct supervision of a qualified operator. Performs daily maintenance checks on all equipment operated to ensure adequate fluid levels are maintained and equipment is properly greased. Reports on prescribed forms any malfunctions and/or repair requirements and fills in pre-trip inspection forms. Washes and greases equipment as required. Performs other related duties as required. All persons employed by the City of Vernon will be required to assist the City in providing emergency services. Duties assigned during an emergency may differ from regular duties. Required Education and Experience: Minimum 5 years? experience in the operation of road construction and maintenance equipment in a municipal environment in the performance of a variety of construction maintenance tasks. Considerable experience using a loader, backhoe and skid steer for road construction in a municipal environment. Current B.C. Driver's Licence, Class 3. "Endorsement 15" Air Brake Ticket. A combination of related education and experience may be considered. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of all aspects of municipal road construction and maintenance. Knowledge and understanding of Work Safe BC regulations concerning standard practices for road construction. Working knowledge of safety procedures of underground and surface utility services. Working knowledge of traffic control required in the process of underground construction in various traffic conditions. Skill in the operation of heavy equipment. Working knowledge of the rules of safe operation and of the precautions necessary in avoiding accidents when operating heavy equipment. Ability to work from blueprints and sketches and to understand grade stakes and lasers. Ability to perform manual work. Ability to perform field related equipment as assigned. Ability to use computers and related software, and general office equipment. Ability to perform thorough daily pre-trip inspections and comply with the requirements as set by the national safety code. Able to operate two and three axle trucks, up to and including 26,100 kg G.V.W., equipped with sand and salt spreader, or anti-icing unit and snow plough. Preferred Education and Experience: Previous experience working in a municipal environment performing tasks related to road construction and maintenance. Previous experience as a Public Works Operator II. To Apply:Please submit your resume, quoting the- LocationVernon, BC
- Workplace information On site
- Salary$37.68HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Term or contractFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CivicJobs.ca #100029
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