Equipment Operator III

3 weeks ago

West Vancouver, Canada District of West Vancouver Full time
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 3
(Permanent, Full-Time)

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community.

The District of West Vancouver Engineering Construction Department has an exciting opportunity for an Equipment Operator III position.  An Equipment Operator III operates and maintains heavy mobile equipment of a complex nature in accordance to competency standards, safety practices, regulations as well as performing manual work. The successful candidate must be skilled in the operation of rubber tire backhoes (primarily John Deere controls), and excavators, working knowledge in the operation and use of front end loaders, and skid steers would also be considered an asset.

The Equipment Operator III performs the following duties:
  • Operating a backhoe, excavator, skid steer and other equipment in a variety of tasks including the maintenance and construction of water, sewer, and drainage assets (operational controls are primarily John Deere with some equipment having the CAT control options);
  • Performing a variety of utilities construction maintenance duties using the assigned equipment, which may include the usage of backhoes, excavators, front-end loaders, skid steers, etc. with various attachments;
  • Washing, cleaning and service repairs (add fluid, grease the equipment, etc.) to equipment;
  • Performing daily equipment inspections and submitting inspection reports;
  • Providing significant manual labour assistance on various tasks where required;
  • Ongoing mentoring and training; and
  • Performing other duties as required.

The preferred candidate will possess considerable experience in the operation of various equipment as applied to general utilities construction and maintenance work; ability to operate equipment in congested conditions; knowledge and experience digging around other underground utilities like gas and electrical; knowledge of safe operational procedures and the precautions necessary to avoid accidents or machine damage; the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; and, mechanical aptitude along with adequate physical stamina to perform assigned duties in all types of weather.

The successful candidate has: graduated from senior secondary school; three years of related experience in the operation of backhoes, excavators, and skid steers; and a valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License. A valid class 1 or 3 Drivers’ License with air brake endorsement will be an asset. 

The successful candidates are required to supply an acceptable driver’s abstract, claims history, police information check and a copy of their credentials.

This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licences and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the Class Specification which is available for inspection in the Human Resources Department or on WestNet.

Position Status:
Union (WVMEA) – Permanent, Full-Time

Hours of Work:
40 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)

Rate of Pay:
$37.39 per hour

Closing Date:
11:59 p.m. on June 4, 2024

To Apply:
Please visit the District of West Vancouver’s Career Centre at westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position. Please note that all candidates must apply through the Career Centre.

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted

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