City of Kamloops

Equipment Operator IV - Civic Construction

(Permanent, Full-time) - 1321

Close Date
open until filled
 
At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for everybody every day. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures and perspectives.
 
We are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organization-wide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. This is Kamloops!
 
Let’s make Kamloops shine! Join our team today.

Position Overview
There is an exciting opportunity to work as an Equipment Operator IV in the Civic Construction section. Work in this role involves the safe operation, routine maintenance, and lubrication of a tandem and trailer, backhoe, loader, and roller, tandem and pup including the changing of attachments used in the construction and repair of municipal infrastructure. If this sounds like a good fit for you, apply today!

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:

1. Completion of secondary school or its equivalent.
2. BC Driver's Licence - Class 1 with air brake endorsement.
3. Minimum of 1500 hours of previous experience in the operation, servicing, and maintenance of a backhoe engaged in skilled excavation works around underground City and third-party utility infrastructure.
4. Minimum of six months previous experience driving large mobile equipment in a municipal setting, including three months experience operating a loader.

 
Please note that this is a revised job description and is subject to agreement between the Employer and the Union.

For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check. A comprehensive benefits package is included with this position. This is a CUPE local 900 position.

Hourly Rate
$32.32

Hours & Days of Work
Monday-Thursday: 7:00 am-5:00 pm

Hours per Week
40
 
Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by telephone, email [email protected] or in person at 6- 510 Lorne Street so we can better support you.
 
External job postings are open to everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest. Please be sure to review the application requirements of each job you apply for. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.

Applications are accepted online at kamloops.ca/careers

Organization: City of Kamloops

Region: Thompson / Shuswap / Columbia

Posted: May 30, 2024, 10:12 am

Expires: September 6, 2024, 4:30 pm

Employment Type: Full Time
Employment Length: Permanent
Education Requirement: Other trades certificate or diploma
Job Experience: 1 to less than 7 months
Rate: $32.32 Hour