Equipment Operator II

Two (2) Permanent Full Time Positions

• Annual Salary at $63,363 - $70,084 depending upon experience and education - Competitive Benefits package.
• 8-hour workday (Monday through Friday) – Overtime will be required when conditions arise.

Summary

‍The Special Areas Board is seeking motivated and skilled individuals to join our team as Equipment Operator II. This role focuses on operating medium construction and maintenance equipment, supporting road maintenance, shop operations, and other essential infrastructure projects. These positions are responsible for operation of equipment within predetermined standards of Special Areas polices and procedures.

Description: Key Duties will include but not limited to:

Construction Season (Equipment Operator II – May through October) – reporting to the Foremen of the Camp Crew to which assigned: Operate and manage equipment for various maintenance and support tasks, including:

• Operation of a Skid Steer, Crawler, and/or Rubber Tire Backhoe to clear trees and brush from right-of-way and pile debris for disposal
• Perform general maintenance tasks such as grading, patching, and overlays, as well as general road construction other than finishing grading.
• Operation of Self-propelled Reclaimer, Road Chipper and compaction equipment to support road maintenance or reconstruction activities
• Road base preparation and reconstruction projects; perform basic maintenance or assisting journeymen technicians

Winter Season (Equipment Operator II – November through April) - reporting to the Shop Supervisor:

Operate light/medium construction and maintenance equipment to perform tasks including:

• Wash Bay, Tire Repairs and Servicing
• General Equipment Maintenance (Oil Changes-Minor repairs) and assisting with Equipment Inspections
• Pit stripping, reclamation snowplowing, sanding, and general winter road maintenance.
• Basic ditching, brushing, clearing, hauling and stockpiling gravel as required
• Ensure equipment is operational and safe for use during extreme winter conditions

Requirements:

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent (GED); combined with at least two (2) years of progressive experience in the operation of operating equipment in a variety of construction and maintenance applications. A combination of experience/education/training will be considered.
• Minimum Class 5 Operator's License, issued by the Province of Alberta is required
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform routine maintenance and assist with repairs; combined with strong attention to detail and ability to work within precise tolerances; flexibility to transition between seasonal roles and tasks.
• Competent working knowledge in the care and use of all tools and equipment common to this position; Knowledge of workplace safety standards, including operating in proximity to personnel, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Physical capability to perform the job duties required. Lifting of over 50 lbs., ability to enter and exit equipment/trucks and commitment to adapting to weather and operational demands year-round is required

Key Details and Considerations for Applicants

• These are designated safety sensitive positions; mandatory pre-employment drug testing will be conducted on all newly hired employees
• Willingness to obtain a Class 3Q license upon successful placement. Special Areas will assist with training and costs related to this certification
• Equipment Operator II (November – April): Work in the Youngstown Service Centre, supporting equipment maintenance, shop duties, and operational readiness
• Equipment Operator II (May – October): Operate equipment on field projects, performing tasks in a camp setting.

Please include a contact email address on application or resume

Requests for additional information: Lisa Colby – HR Supervisor– 403-854-5604

COMPETITION NO: 30184 CLOSING DATE: Noon, February 14, 2025

Please send an application form and/or resume quoting competition number to:

Human Resource Services - Special Areas Board

Box 820 Hanna, AB T0J 1P0 - SpecialAreasHR@specialareas.ab.ca

We thank all applicants; however, only those invited for an interview will be personally contacted