Equipment Operator IV

Job order
J0424-0558 

Job Type
Regular Full-Time

Title
Equipment Operator IV - REPOST

Category
Operations (Works Yard)

City
Port Moody, British Columbia, Canada

Closing Date:
October 6, 2024

Salary Range:
$37.03 - $39.87

Job Description
The City of Port Moody has a regular, full-time opportunity available for an enthusiastic and experienced Equipment Operator IV to join our Operations Division team. 

In this role you will: 

• Operate a rubber-tire backhoe in a safe and efficient manner to support the operation, maintenance, and repair of the City’s public works infrastructure 
• Complete equipment safety inspections prior to and after equipment use 
• Help identify work site hazards and participate in daily tail-gate talks 
• Work as part of a team and at times may work alongside colleagues and assist with other general maintenance tasks, primarily with the Sewers Department 
• As required, may operate other City vehicles requiring a Class-3 license for aggregate material transport or snow removal.

Success includes: 

• Becoming familiar with the City’s utility infrastructure 
• Contributing to enhanced operation and maintenance levels of service for the City’s wastewater, stormwater collection systems and at times of emergency, the potable water distribution system 
• Regular safe operation of City vehicles & equipment and willingness to train & assist co-workers in their development 
• Diagnosing critical operational challenges and collaborating with colleagues to find safe and efficient solutions 
• Demonstrating an ability to adapt to changing work conditions and levels of engagement depending on various projects and their scope of work. 

What you bring: 

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent 
• Five years of experience operating a machinery and mobile equipment as well as experience in operations and maintenance or construction of City owned and third-party utilities 
• Open to learning, innovation, and overtime work outdoors in inclement weather 
• Possess a strong mechanical aptitude and ability to diagnose mechanical failures and/or potential issues 
• An inclination to provide assistance when required to colleagues, supervisors and managers 
• A positive attitude to work and enthusiasm to promote a healthy and inclusive work environment in a growing & expanding Operations department 
• EOCP certification in Water Distribution, Wastewater Collection or both would be an asset
• Valid Class 3 Driver's License with Air Endorsement is required (if you do not possess a valid Class-3 license but have a test booked, please indicate in application).

Please note that employment with the City of Port Moody is subject to the receipt of a satisfactory police information check and a satisfactory driver's abstract.

The City of Port Moody strives to be an employer of choice and offers an excellent benefits package as well as professional development opportunities.

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