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Boasting some of the richest farmland in Western Canada one of the areas fastest growing municipalities, we're proud to be acknowledged as a place where professionals can bring their enthusiasm, talent and ideas for the future - while contributing to the progress of our vital community. As part of our diverse and highly engaged team, you'll have the opportunity to work on innovative projects that further a sustainable environment, enhance our public services and promote a healthy community.
WHY WILTON:
Opportunity for advancement
Match YOUR skills/experience to a Stepped salary grid
2470 annual hours with attendance recognition
Excellent Co-Share Benefits (50%),Defined MATCHED Benefit Pension Plan 8.15% (Pension for life upon retirement),Health & Wellness programs
We need someone to:
Perform rough/fine grade finishing, precisely spreading and
mixing materials
Construct road surface to grade specifications, shave/rip old
road surfaces
Operate heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner
Clean, maintain and secure all equipment as directed
Work cooperatively to provide quality workmanship and
service to the municipality ratepayers and industry alike
Complete all necessary paperwork to standard and deadline
Adhere to established safe work practices and policies
You should have:
Minimum of 3 years experience with finish grading
Experience in gravel road builds/maintenance preferred
Understanding of grades, interpreting roadway plans and designs as well as the ability to read stakes
Other Heavy Equipment experience an asset; preference given to those with a Class 3 or 1 License
Must have excellent hand, eye and foot coordination, and an excellent sense of balance
Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and other related product(s)
Ability to communicate effectively and possess a positive attitude
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Job task planning and organizing
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Valid driver's licence
Additional Skills
- Utilize material safety data sheets (MSDS)
- Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
- Prepare accident reports
- Complete onboard and other logs
Specific Skills
- Secure special attachments to equipment
- Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment
- Operate heavy equipment
- Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment
- Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks
Type of Heavy Equipment Operated
- Loader
- Grader
Type Of Work Experience
- Stripping
- Sloping and banking
- Rough grading
- Material handling
- Landscaping
- Haul road maintenance
- Fine grading and finishing
- Slope grooming
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Physically demanding
- Attention to detail
Security and Safety
- Driving record check (abstract)
Own Tools/Equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
Work Setting / Industry Experience
- Road construction
Work Site Environment
- Outdoors