- Operates heavy equipment (such as but not limited to the following; Tandem, Loader, Backhoe, Street Sweeper,10-ton Roller, Grader);
- Load and unload equipment and materials;
- Maintain and safely operate assigned tools/equipment;
- Work safely and cooperatively assisting other classifications;
- Contribute to meeting the operational objectives of the business unit and HRM;
- Participate in Winter Works, as required;
- Must be willing to accept occupational related training and achieve proficiency in operation of snow and ice equipment;
- Other duties as assigned.
- Grade 12 or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Three (3) years related work experience
- Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:
- Must have a valid Nova Scotia Driver's License Class 3 with Air Brake endorsement
- Must have good verbal and written communication skills
- Must have a good attendance and work record
- Working knowledge of methods, material and equipment usage involved in Road Operations and Construction
- Capable and willing to work inside and outside in varying weather conditions
- Ability to work independently, and as a team player
- Ability to follow instructions, and communicate effectively including oral and written communication
- WHMIS, CPR/First Aid certification, Provincial Traffic Control Certification and Signage Course or ability to successfully complete
- Security Clearance Requirements: Candidates must be able to provide a clear Criminal Records Check.
Utility Operator 1 - Halifax, Canada - Halifax Regional Municipality
Description
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Utility Operator 1
Job Posting
Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is inviting applications for the permanent, full-time position of Utility Operator 1 with Road Operations and Construction in Transportation and Public Works, Sidewalks West. Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality's core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.
The Utility Operator 1 position encompass a wide variety of general labourer duties in various locations indoors and outdoors in various working conditions. By working safely and cooperatively with others you will contribute to meeting the operational objectives of the business unit and HRM.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:
Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.
Please note - Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer's discretion
Candidates must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position and have valid licensing, as required.
COMPETENCIES: Communication, Teamwork and Cooperation, Customer Service, Valuing Diversity.
WORK STATUS: Permanent, full time.
HOURS OF WORK: Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 3:00 pm are the regular hours for this position. Candidates must be able to work nights and weekends for Winter Works.
SALARY : $25.98 per hour, as per the CUPE 108 Collective Agreement
WORK LOCATION: 3800 Mackintosh Street, Halifax, NS
CLOSING DATE: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 pm on April 29, 2024
This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.
Please note – Applicants are responsible to include all information that they wish to have taken into consideration in the review of their application, and applicants are required to provide full details of experience or training referenced in the posting. Applicants may be screened out of this competition at preliminary stages of review based on the insufficiency of the information provided, and the award of this position may be made solely on the basis of the information provided in the electronic submission without any requirement that the Employer contact the candidate for further elaboration on information referenced in the application.