PUBLIC WORKS OPERATOR IV – FULL TIME
*** This is a unionized position within the scope of a Collective Agreement between CUPE Local No. 2714 and the Town of Maple Creek. ***
QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate will either possess the following qualifications or be hired with the understanding that they will work toward meeting all requirements of a Public Works Operator IV within a designated timeframe.
- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent
- Powered Mobile Equipment (PME) Certification for: skid steer, pay loader, utility tractor and attachments, street sweeper, grader, forklift and backhoe – or successful acquisition of certification within two (2) years of the date of hire
- Valid Saskatchewan Class 3 Driver’s License
- Airbrake endorsement certification – to be obtained within one (1) year of the date of hire
- Certification in First Aid/ CPR, H2S, Confined Space, Ground Disturbance, Safe Work Procedures, Fall Arrest, and WHMIS - or successful acquisition of certification within two (2) years of the date of hire
- Ability to operate heavy equipment competently, safely and efficiently
- Saskatchewan certification in Class 1 Water Treatment & Distribution and Class 1 Wastewater Treatment & Collection or successful completion of the necessary certification training/testing within three (3) years of the date of hire
DUTIES: Reporting to the Director of Operations the Public Works Operator IV will play a key role in supporting the Public Works Department in constructing and maintaining essential infrastructure including roads, sewer and water systems and providing public services such as waste management, snow removal and maintenance of public buildings and municipal properties.
HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday – 8:00am to 5:00pm (evening & weekends as required)
PAY RANGE: $24.70 - $28.93 per hour
Rates of pay are based on qualifications and experience and are in accordance with the current Collective Agreement. Individuals hired with lesser qualifications/ experience shall be paid at the applicable rate of pay.
START DATE: ASAP
Submit applications to:
Town of Maple Creek
Box 428
Maple Creek, SK
S0N 1N0
Attn: Danielle Willie, Executive Assistant or email ea@maplecreek.ca
All Applicants must be Canadian citizens or have permanent resident status in Canada. Proof of eligibility to work in Canada will be required prior to employment. All successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check prior to their start date.
The Town of Maple Creek thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted