Equipment Operator Iii

**Requisition ID**:40341

**Organization**

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable cities and is working towards being the greenest city in the world. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, decolonization, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

**Main Purpose & Function**

The Sewer Cleaner Assistant assists with the operating and maintaining a combination sewer cleaners used to clean and flush storm and sanitary sewers, pump and clear catch-basin sumps and leads, provide hydro excavation work and support various emergency response plans in troubleshooting main-line system blockages and hazards.

The position reports to the Sewer Cleaner Operator (Equipment Operator IVb).

**Specific Duties & Responsibilities**
- Maintains and operates a tandem axle truck with specific and specialized cleaning equipment associated with high pressure hydraulic main-line cleaning and hydro-excavation work.
- Follows safe work procedures, standards and regulations, performs pre and post trips and helps with daily, weekly, monthly preventative maintenance duties of the vehicle such as greasing, checking and changing filters, inspections etc.
- Performs confined space entries as required by Worksafe BC and City of Vancouver
- Responds to emergency duties on an “on-call” or standby” basis
- Assists with maintaining the inventory of tools, equipment and materials
- Assists with the light maintenance and operating adjustments required to the assigned vehicles
- Reports any mechanical deficiencies to the immediate supervisor and to Fleet and Manufacturing Services for corrective action.
- Documents daily crew talks, tail-gate talks and assesses risks prior to commencing work
- Acts as and/or provides relief for the Sewer Cleaner Operator as required and participates with work crews in all aspects of the day-to-day operations and maintenance and capital works undertaken by the City.
- Responsible for general housekeeping and cleaning of assigned vehicles.
- Other duties/responsibilities as assigned

**Qualifications**

Education and Experience:

- Successful completion of grade eight and considerable experience in the operation equipment such as a combination sewer cleaner, or an equivalent combination of training and experience
- Minimum 1 year experience driving and operating a tandem axle truck
- Experience driving and operating a combination sewer cleaner an asset

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Considerable knowledge of the methods and practices used in servicing, maintaining and making minor repairs to equipment operated.
- Considerable knowledge and ability to read and interpret maps, measurements, depths, diagrams in order to trouble shoot system blockages and failures
- Knowledge of the methods, practices and the rules of safe operation of sewer flushing, cleaning and hydro excavation equipment
- Knowledge of all hazards of the required work and to practice safe work procedures and follow all applicable WorkSafe regulations
- Understanding of the workings of the sewer and drainage system including cleaning force-mains and wet-wells
- Good problem solving, troubleshooting and conflict-resolution skills
- Skill in mechanical aptitude and ability to maintain related equipment
- Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written instructions, prepare and maintain work records and forms from plans and sketches.
- Ability to plan, coordinate, direct, instruct and supervise the work of others
- Ability to work independently with mínimal supervision and exercise considerable independence of judgment in dealing with assigned tasks
- Ability to openly learn new techniques and skills related to the work
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to recognize and troubleshoot potential issues related to the operation and maintenance of the sewer infrastructure

Driver’s License and Record Checks:

- A current and valid Class 3 BC Driver’s License with Air Brakes or higher and a Satisfactory National Safety Code driving record
- 3 years accumulation of no more than 9 points, not in excess of 3 points per single year
- 3 years accumulation of no more than 1 preventable work related driving or equipment operating accident in any single year
- Commercial Driving Records Abstract (N Print) for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)
- Insurance and Claims History for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days pri