Street Sweeper Operator

**Overview**

**Job Title**: Street Sweeper Operator
**Location**: North Vancouver, BC
**Company**: Indigenous Iron Construction (IIC)
**Pay Range**: $28-38/hr

**Job Type**: Full -time
**Hours**:8 hours, Overtime, Weekends as needed

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Operate street sweeper equipment, hand tools, leaf blowers or other related equipment.
- Remove garbage, debris, trash, and other materials from street surfaces and sidewalks using hand tools such as brooms or shovels.
- and other refuse and dump loads at designated sites
- Operate street cleaning equipment such as street sweepers or other vehicles equipped with rotating brushes to remove sand, litter and trash
- Operate trucks equipped with apparatuses for spreading sand, salt or abrasives on roadways
- Check, lubricate, refuel and clean equipment and report any malfunctions to supervisor.
- Notify supervisors of any equipment malfunctions, needed repairs or if the area requires additional attention.
- Assist with other duties as assigned like snow removal, painting projects or special event set up/clean up.

**Qualifications**:

- Must possess a valid Class 5 Drivers License and be able to travel to sites across the region, class 3 is an asset.
- In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, terminology, equipment and safety regulations
- Proficient in the operation of various excavation equipment
- Strong communication skills
- Flexibility with hours worked, including overtime and weekend work as needed
- Landscaping, irrigation, maintenance, and installation
- Proper operation and maintenance of construction equipment

**Technical Skills**:

- Understand site layout and organization, grading plans, and excavation requirements.
- Capable of reading and understanding blueprints, project drawings and specifications.
- Blind spot and spatial awareness.
- Understand load stability and limitations of the machine.
- Legal loading of trucks - from stock pile & in-situ.
- Knowledge of safe excavation slopes.
- Understanding of handling different soil types in wet & dry weather.
- Understanding of grades.
- Access and egress of site for trucks.
- Work around utilities (buried & overhead).
- Knowledgeable with a proven safety record of working around existing utilities.
- Ability to work long hours in all weather conditions
- Computer skills (knowledge of SiteDocs an asset)
- Mass excavation trimming for shoring
- Road building - Civil works
- Slab grade preparation
- Ground Disturbance - level 2 is an asset.
- First aid, confined space, and fall protection training is an asset.

**Interpersonal Skills**:

- Strong communication skills to effectively work with team members and supervisors, and to coordinate operations and minimize disruptions.
- Problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing job site conditions.
- Self-motivated with the ability to perform well without supervision.
- Strong understanding and respect for safety guidelines and protocol.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to remain focused and productive in a high-pressure environment.
- Commitment to safety and a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating potential hazards.
- Able to work long periods including evenings and weekends when necessary.
- Able to lead team to effectively and efficiently complete tasks

**Company Profile: Indigenous Iron Construction**

Indigenous Iron Construction (IIC) is a 100% Indigenous-owned construction company, dedicated to delivering superior quality infrastructure projects while honouring and incorporating Indigenous values and culture into our operations. We specialize in large-scale excavation, civil infrastructure, highway and bridge construction, underground utilities, and site development projects. Our team is passionate about innovation, excellence, and collaboration, and we are dedicated to creating opportunities for Indigenous communities and fostering sustainable development.

We are committed to sustainable practices that respect and preserve the environment for future generations. Our values reflect our dedication to:

- **Indigenous Stewardship**: We prioritize the responsible management of natural resources and the land we work on, ensuring our projects align with Indigenous traditions and practices.
- **Collaboration**:We believe in the power of partnerships, both within Indigenous communities and with public and private sector organizations, to maximize opportunities and benefits for Indigenous businesses.
- **Integrity**:We conduct our business with transparency and accountability, building trust with our partners, clients, and community stakeholders.

Our mission is to create meaningful employment opportunities, promote skill development, and foster economic growth within Indigenous communities. We aim to be a leader in the construction industry while advocating for Indigenous rights and interests. IIC envisions a future where Indigenous communities thrive through sustainable economic development, dri