At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate construction equipment and maintain municipal roads while ensuring safety.
- Company: Join the Municipality of West Nipissing, a community-focused employer.
- Benefits: Stable hours, hands-on experience, and opportunities for skill development.
- Other info: Flexible hours with potential evening and weekend shifts.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community while working outdoors and gaining valuable skills.
- Qualifications: Grade 12 education, valid DZ licence, and experience with heavy machinery.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Operate construction equipment and maintain municipal roads as a Public Works Operator with the Municipality of West Nipissing. This position works 36 assigned hours weekly.
Reporting to the Public Works Sub Foreman, the Public Works Operator performs road, sidewalk, water distribution, and wastewater collection maintenance.
The position includes snowplowing, sanding, equipment operation, general labour, and safety-focused municipal services.
Work may include evenings, weekends, after-hours, and on-call duties.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform snow plowing, removal, and sanding operations
- Maintain roads, drainage, sidewalks, and municipal infrastructure
- Operate departmental vehicles, graders, trucks, and construction equipment
- Support cemetery, landfill, municipal property, and drain maintenance
- Record daily work and hours-of-service information
Requirements
- Grade 12 education or equivalent with strong communication skills
- Valid DZ licence; AZ considered an asset
- Experience operating backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, tandem trucks, and graders
- Current CPR, First Aid, and WHMIS certifications
- Ability to work outdoors, independently, and during emergencies
Bring equipment operation, winter control, and municipal maintenance skills to Public Works in West Nipissing.
Public Works Equipment Operator in Ottawa employer: West Nipissing
West Nipissing offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth in municipal services. Employees benefit from competitive hourly wages and the chance to work outdoors in various roles, including waste collection and public works operations. The company emphasizes safety and reliability, ensuring that staff are well-trained and equipped for their duties.
