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Equipment Operator

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Closing Date: Position Type: Seasonal Compensation: $35.54 - $41.21/hrWork Location: On-site
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The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for highly motivated Seasonal Equipment Operator to join our team within the Operations & Utilities Division and Transportation Team for the Spring/Summer season. Reporting to Transportation Team Leader, the Equipment Operator is responsible for:

  • Safely operating a variety of heavy equipment and vehicles for assigned tasks; 
  • Performing manual labor to support maintenance, repair;
  • Conducting daily inspections, cleaning, and basic maintenance of equipment; promptly reporting service issues;
  • Supporting maintenance and repair of streets, lanes, sidewalks, signage, streetlights, and traffic control devices;
  • Assisting with storm water collection and overland drainage system maintenance;
  • Performing snow removal, sanding, and street cleaning services;
  • Providing equipment and services to other departments (e.g., Fire & Rescue, Water);
  • Monitoring storm water run-off quality and help reduce silt loading in storm water systems.
     

Job description

Opportunity Details

Job Posting ID
1326NP
Hours of Work
37.5 per week, may include evening hours
Number of Openings
1
Standby Rotation Required
No
Driver's Abstract Required
Yes
Police Record Check Required
Yes

What we offer

  • Career development
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible work schedule

What you Bring

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to qualify is equivalency to:

  • High school diploma;
  • 3 or more years related work experience representing continuous learning and career progression;
  • Class 3 driver’s license with Q endorsement;
  • Ability to perform heave manual labour for extended periods of time in all weather conditions. 
     

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)

Equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) is essential to achieving the Town of Okotoks’ strategic plan. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities, and/or people with intersectional identities. The Town of Okotoks aims to build independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity into all aspects of the Town’s work culture.

How to apply

Pre-employment Requirements:
Candidates who progress to final stages of the recruitment process will be required to provide proof of education and designation along with a favorable criminal record check and a driver’s abstract.

How to Apply: 
Applicants are invited to submit a resume online through our career section, we will be interviewing while the posting is open, so candidates are encouraged to apply early. Postings close at midnight on the closing date listed below. We will not be able to accept late applications.

The Town of Okotoks is an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
 

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Accommodations

The Town is dedicated to cultivating a workplace that embraces respect, inclusivity, and equity, mirroring the diverse community we serve. Upholding the core values of Diversity, Equity, Inclusiveness, and Accessibility is our unwavering commitment. The Town of Okotoks prides itself on being an inclusive workplace, inviting applications from all qualified candidates. 

  • We will provide an accessible experience for applicants. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the recruitment process. 
  • If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please contact us through our online contact form.  
  • All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
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