Job Order Detail

Description

The Ministry of Highways is seeking a highly motivated Equipment Operator for the Spiritwood Section within the Operation and Maintenance Division. You will be part of a team responsible for the operation and general maintenance of the provincial transportation network consisting of roads, highways and airports.

To qualify for this position, you will possess a valid Class 1A license. If you are invited to attend an interview for this position you will be required to provide a current drivers abstract.

In this position, you will:

-Work together as a team to create a healthy and safe work environment;
-Ensure the safety of the travelling public through surveillance and general maintenance activities;
-Operate, service and maintain heavy equipment, such as tandem trucks (with specialized attachments), motor graders and front-end loaders to perform summer and winter maintenance;
-Operate advanced hydraulic control systems for the plow, wing and sander while maintaining control of a tandem snowplow during a snowstorm;
-Keep daily records including hours of operation, pre-trip inspections and materials used;
-Be willing and able to work under physically and mentally demanding conditions such as physical labour, h-heavy lifting and stressful situations;
-Be approachable and flexible, self-motivated to complete tasks, adaptable to changing work situations and must work well in an inclusive and diverse environment;
-Possess basic computer skills in order to manage email, enter and submit timecards/expense claims; and
-Work flexible hours.

To be successful in this position, you will have:
- A high level of situational awareness;
- The ability to make critical and crucial decisions in all weather conditions that affect the travelling public;
- The ability to work under extreme and changing weather conditions; and
- The ability to contribute to the team in a positive manner.