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Equipment Operator II

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as "other documents".
Please ensure that you have a resume and Driver's Abstract to attach, as these are required documents when applying to this posting. If you do not currently possess a Driver’s License, or are waiting to receive a Driver's Abstract, you are still eligible to apply. Please upload a word document stating, “Driver’s Abstract is on order” or “Do not possess a Driver’s License”.

Testing may be required. If no fully qualified candidates apply, those not fully qualified may be considered for a training opportunity. Training rates will apply.

Position Details

Posting Information

Posting Number CK53169P
Position Title Equipment Operator II
No. of Staff Required 1
Position Type FT
If Term position, enter length of Term in months n/a
Position Groups CUPE Civic
Division Infrastructure (DV220)
Department Roadways Operations (DP212)
Branch Roads (BR189)
Organizational Information

Purpose of your Position - Non Union
Classification Summary - Union
An Equipment Operator II operates and maintains mobile equipment according to
proper competency standards, safety practices and regulations. Performs manual work.
Duties - Union
• Operates mobile equipment and trucks with various attachments (e.g. roadside mowers, road marking machines, truck-mounted sidewalk plow, tailgate mounted sanders and sand spreaders, asphalt rollers, turf sweepers, small tractors, etc.)
• Performs traffic & sign installation and repairs; performs paving maintenance and road construction work.
• Performs routine inspection, maintenance, lubrication and fuel ling of equipment.
• Uses various hand tools for routine maintenance and changing of attachments.
• Refers equipment for mechanical repair and services as required.
• Responds to routine public enquiries; maintains written records of work performed.
• Performs manual labour work.
Results and Activities - Non union
Credentials - Union
• High school graduation or equivalent
• Experience
• BC Drivers License – Class 3 with Air Ticket
• City of Kelowna Certification (on designated equipment/trucks)
Knowledge - Non Union
Skills & Abilities - Non Union
Competencies
• Flexibility
• Teamwork
Posting Text

Physical Demands
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please attach copies of your education/membership(s) as “other documents”.
Please ensure that you have a resume and Driver’s Abstract to attach, as these are required documents when applying to this posting. If you do not currently possess a Driver’s License, or are waiting to receive a Driver’s Abstract, you are still eligible to apply. Please upload a word document stating, “Driver’s Abstract is on order” or “Do not possess a Driver’s License”.

Testing may be required. If no fully qualified candidates apply, those not fully qualified may be considered for a training opportunity. Training rates will apply.
Additional Hiring Information
Pay Rate $33.49 per hour
Posting Date 03/19/2024
Closing Date
Days of Work M-F
Standard Hours per Day 8
Hours of Work
7-3:30, shift work winter and spring
Work Location PUBLIC WORKS OFFICE/ YARD
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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Driver's Abstract
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter
  2. References
  3. Other Document 1
  4. Other Document 2
  5. Other Document 3
  6. Other Document 4

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Which BC Driver's Licence class do you currently hold?
    • None
    • Class 7 (N)
    • Class 5
    • Class 5 (with Air Brake endorsement)
    • Class 3 (with Air Brake endorsement)
    • Class 1 (with Air Brake endorsement)
    • I have a Driver's Licence from out of province
    • Other
  2. * How many years of road building, curb gutter and sidewalk construction experience do you have?
    • no response
    • no experience
    • less than one year
    • 1 to 3 years
    • 3 to 5 years
    • 5 or more years
  3. * How many years of Snow and Ice experience do you have?
    • None
    • 0- 3
    • 3 - 5
    • More than 5
  4. * How many years of experience do you have performing general labour duties?
    • None
    • Less than 1 year
    • 1 to 3 years
    • 3 to 5 years
    • More than 5 years