Operator - Parks
2 weeks ago
ABOUT US
The City of Spruce Grove is a fast growing, dynamic city committed to building and maintaining a fiscally responsible community that serves our residents, attracts visitors, and promotes future growth.
The “Values, We Live By” are accountability, communication, leadership, integrity, and respect while we work towards maintaining a work/play balance.
We are an organization that cares, an organization that is committed to our city and committed to you. The City of Spruce Grove is committed to public service, where everyone feels empowered to contribute their best work. We believe that by working together in a spirit of collaboration and respect, we can achieve great things.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Operator in Parks and Open Spaces, performs skilled manual work and operates vehicles, tools, and equipment in accomplishing all operations and maintenance tasks assigned in delivering the prescribed programs and services in the Parks Section of Public Works. The work of this position is differentiated from that of a Maintenance Worker as the tasks in this position are more complex and the training and education requirements more extensive. An incumbent receives oral and written instructions from a supervisor who evaluates the work performed. Employees in this position are periodically responsible for the task coordination of more junior or temporary employees assigned to them and are to promote a positive, secure and safe work environment. This position reports to the Manager and Field Foreman of Parks and Open Spaces.
This is a full-time, permanent position and is part of the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE).
Probationary Rate: $32.58 per hour
Base Rate: $33.54 per hour
Developmental Rate: $34.30 per hour
Qualified Rate: $35.25 per hour
RESPONSIBILITIES
Park and Open Space Maintenance
- Carry out work assignments in park related areas including amenity, cemetery, environmental services, event support services, horticulture, pathway and trail, sport field maintenance, turf grass maintenance, and urban forestry.
Snow and Ice Control and Outdoor Ice
- Operate equipment and vehicles for snow and ice control on City sidewalks and pathways.
- Build and maintain out door ice rinks and pads.
Operating Equipment
- Operate all assigned vehicles, equipment, and attachments, including tractors, skid steers, rubber tire backhoe, wheel loaders, ice re-surfacer, aerial lift trucks, mowers, utility vehicles, in a safe and skillful manner to complete assigned tasks.
Project coordination
- Coordinate implementation of small construction projects that include outsourced services.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Certification, education and training related to ornamental horticulture, turf maintenance, sport field maintenance, natural ice maintenance, urban forestry, equipment operation and environmental service.
- 3 years of tasks and equipment operating related to a Parks environment.
- Satisfactory assessment on equipment competency must be achieved.
- Possession of a valid Alberta Class 5Q Motor Vehicle Operator’s License is mandatory; Drivers abstract required
- Must have basic office computer skills.
- Significant knowledge of the methods, practices and rules of the safe operation of the assigned equipment and occupational hazards applicable to the work.
- Ability to understand verbal and written instructions, including completing required forms, reports, maps and drawings.
- Physical strength and agility sufficient to perform the work of this position.
- Ability to respond to inquiries/complaints in a manner that is sensitive to the needs of the public.
- Has the ability periodically to coordinate, schedule, assign and direct temporary staff, equipment and materials to accomplish assigned tasks.
- Shows competencies in following safe work practices, assess work site hazards and hold tool box meetings at the start of every task or project, prepare tool box meeting reports; prepare incident reports; ensure no worker starts work on the site that has not been through a safety briefing or tool box meeting.
ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:
- Completion of coursework or certification in safety management.
- Completion of coursework or certification in areas of leadership, teamwork or supervision.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Must obtain a satisfactory review of a three-year Driver’s Abstract.
- Possession of a valid Alberta Class 5Q Motor Vehicle Operator’s License is mandatory.
NEXT STEPS
WHY WORK FOR US?
- Competitive wage
- Pension
- Medical & Dental Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Wellness Initiatives
- Work/Life Balance
- Recognized General Holidays
- Leave Options
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Positive Work Atmosphere
- Employee Awards
- Volunteer and Fundraising Opportunities
- Professional Development
Company
City of Spruce Grove
Location
Sustainable Growth and Development Services - Public Works - Parks and Open Spaces
Opening Date
May 02, 2024 09:
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