Equipment Operator I (South) - La Crete

Mackenzie County is currently inviting applications for an Equipment Operator position. The primary location for this position will be in La Crete, however the individual may be required to work in other areas of the municipality as per operational requirements. This is a full-time unionized position with a 40 hour work week (8 hours per day) Monday to Friday.
Reporting to the Public Works Supervisor (South), the successful applicant will be responsible for:
Manual labour (i.e. shoveling snow/dirt);
Maintenance and repair of signs, culverts, etc.;
Snow removal, manual and equipment;
The safe operation and minor maintenance of County equipment;
Assisting with crack-filling; pavement patching;
Some weekend or holiday work required; (Saturday & Sunday)
Other duties as required.
Requirements for this position are:
Valid Class 5 drivers’ license; Class 1 or 3 an asset;
Two to three years’ experience operating equipment (i.e. loader, backhoe, tractor, skid steer, & lawn mower);
Moderate physical strength and stamina;
Mechanical knowledge of equipment would be an asset;
Knowledge of road maintenance;
Adequate verbal and written communication skills;
Evidence of successfully passing a police
Criminal Record Check.
Wages: $29.61/hr. – $37.50/hr. Mackenzie County offers a Comprehensive Benefit Package.
Competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.