Equipment Operator Ii - Edmonton, Canada - City of Edmonton

City of Edmonton

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Job Number:48932**At the City of Edmonton - Parks & Roads Services, the long-term success of serving our citizens is implemented by the actions of exceptional leaders who exemplify our Cultural Commitments of being Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent. As a leader in our branch, your role will be to inspire and cultivate our vision and cultural commitments while championing continuous improvement in your area of responsibility.

As an Equipment Operator II in Forestry, your main role will be to operate a front end loader and potentially operate a skid steer, tractors, 5 ton truck, brush truck, forestry chipper on a daily basis, among other tasks.

Equipment must be operated with expertise and safety.

You will utilize your ability to work independently using strong organization skills to meet the needs of Forestry Operations in Parks and Roads Services.

Duties will include:

Maintain daily maintenance on equipment
Maintain daily record keeping
Loading and unloading of balled and burlap trees from trailer
Drive a front end loader on highways and City streets and in park spaces
Operating a front end loader on City streets and parks as part of the City's tree planting program
Support various tree planting tasks including shoveling soil, installing and removing stakes and rodent protection and installation of trees
Responsible for load securement
May also be responsible for Loading, tarping and operation of truck dump box, dumping of material from dump truck box on various ground surfaces
Working with tree crews and contractors onsite
Delivering and hauling material to and from job sites following NSC and municipal legislation for load securement
Loading and unloading trucks with material, including lifting and using rigging attached to the loader
Ability to follow and understand truck routes
Various tree maintenance related activities; including but not limited to stump grinding, chipping of brush, operation of equipment (tractors, loaders, skid steers)
Snow removal
Performing other related duties as required

Qualifications:

Completion of the 10th school grade supplemented by 1 year experience in the operation of equipment assigned to the position or an equivalent combination of training and experience
Possession of a valid Alberta Class 3 Vehicle Operator's License with Air Brake Endorsement (or provincial equivalent) is a requirement of this position
Obtain and maintain a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
Standard First Aid, WHMIS Training, Chainsaw and ground disturbance Training would be assets
Physical ability and manual dexterity to perform the work of this position
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and have experience using a forestry chipper
Considerable knowledge of the methods, practices and rules of the safe operation of the assigned equipment and occupational hazards applicable to the work. Must have the required competency to perform work safely. May be tested to ensure skill level is acceptable
Tree maintenance experience and International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) certification are considered assets
Previous experience or training in load rigging and crane use is considered an asset
Good knowledge of the methods and practices used in servicing and maintaining the equipment
Ability to respond to inquiries/complaints in a manner that is polite and sensitive to the needs of the public
Ability to complete time cards, daily work records and interpret work assignments
Willingness to work in all weather conditions
Demonstrate alignment with the Cultural Commitments of Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, fostering an environment for others to do the same. For more information on the City's Cultural Commitments, please visit
Demonstrate the foundational competencies, key behaviours and attributes of the City's six leadership competencies: Courage, Inclusivity, Values-Based Influencer, Collaborative Networker, Systems Thinker and Creative Innovator. For more information on the City's leadership competencies, please visit
Applicants may be tested

_ Up to 1 temporary full-time position for up to 11 months_

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Salary Range:
$ Hourly)

Talent Acquisition Consultant:
AW/SG

Classification Title:
Equipment Operator II

Posting Date:
Feb 13, 2024

Closing Date:
Feb 27, :59:00 PM (MST)

Number of Openings (up to): - Temporary Full-time

Union:
CUPE Local 30

Department:
Parks and Roads Services

Work Location(s): Various Locations Edmonton (City Wide)