Operator - Open Until Filled - Stony Mountain, Canada - Manitoba Government

Manitoba Government

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Stony Mountain, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Operator - Open until filled:

OR1-4 Operator 1-4

Departmental

Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Bridges and Highways Structures, Engineering and Technical Services

Stony Mountain MB

Advertisement Number: 41290

Salary(s): OR1-4 $41, $49,023.00 per year

Closing Date:
November 1, 2023

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation.

The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure (MTI) is seeking a highly motivated individuals to work within our Bridges and Highways Structures Branch.

New employees are hired as Operator (OR1) and promoted in the Operator (OR2-4) series based on types of equipment operated.

If you are interested in a rewarding and exciting career with Manitoba Infrastructure, we encourage you to apply.

Conditions of Employment:

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Must have a valid Manitoba Class 5 driver's licence and be able to upgrade to class 3 with air brake endorsement within six months.
Must be able to work extended hours and periods of time and travel throughout Manitoba for up to 2 weeks at a time.
Must be able to become certified in the following pieces of

Core Heavy Duty Equipment: 5 ton Tandem Truck plus 2 of the following: Forklift, Skid Steer or Under Bridge Crain (training provided).

Must be physically capable of performing the duties/responsibilities of the position including operating hand/power tools, operating heavy duty maintenance equipment, bending, carrying/twisting, lifting up to 75 pounds and able to wear personal protective equipment.
Must be able work in all weather environments including extreme temperatures in both winter and summer and around job site hazards including construction equipment, rough terrain, roadway traffic, loud noises, dust, insects, vegetation and with chemicals and fumes.

Qualifications:

Essential:

Experience performing manual/physical labour related to highway, bridge and/or roadway construction and maintenance or other equivalent construction experience.
Experience operating hand or power tools.
Effective Interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team.
The ability to understand and follow instructions (oral and written).
The ability to work independently and take initiative.
Effective verbal communication skills.

Desired:

Knowledge and understanding of Occupational Safety, Health and Risk Management.
Carpentry experience.
Experience operating light and/or heavy duty equipment.
Experience working with concrete (ie Forming, mixing, placing, finishing).
Metal Fabrication and welding experience.
Experience related to highway, bridge, roadway construction and maintenance or other equivalent construction experience may be considered.

Duties:

The operator works with the Bridge Maintenance Crews as part of 5 to 10 person crew who perform bridge maintenance throughout Manitoba.

Performing physical labour, operating light and heavy-duty equipment (as trained by the department). Using hand and power tools and operating gas powered equipment. Removing concrete using jack hammers, chipping guns and concrete saws, mixing, pouring, placing and finishing concrete, and placing asphalt. Repairing timber bridges and replacing timber bridge components, building and dismantling modular bridges (Acrow and Mechano). Erecting traffic control devices and providing traffic control. Driving 1/2 ton, 3/4 ton, 1 ton and 5 ton trucks, and hauling materials using vehicles and trailers. Performing pre and post trip vehicle inspections, and filling out mileage log books. Using carpentry skills to build forms and other items needed on work sites. The operator also needs the ability to read and follow maps to work site locations.

Advertisement # 41290
Talent Acquisition
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