Heavy Equipment Operator - Construction Tracked Hoe

The County of Grande Prairie builds on its natural environment and the entrepreneurial spirit of its citizens to provide an unmatched quality of life and opportunity for all. We offer a collaborative and dynamic workplace where our values of Respectful, Strategic and Accountable guide our conduct and contribute to a healthy culture.

Operates the backhoe, track hoe, crawler tractor, buggy, packer, grader, plow truck, gravel truck etc. to construct and maintain roads, load gravel/sand/salt trucks and for construction and maintenance projects. Operator may be generally assigned to one type of equipment but may operate other equipment from time to time and perform related duties.

Responsibilities

Operating various pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner.; Operating tracked hoe to dig borrow pits, drainage ditches and various other slope and elevation related work.; Cleaning, maintaining and securing all equipment as directed by legislation, policies and procedures.; Performing daily safety and maintenance checks.; Operating tracked hoe, loader and backhoe to load trucks, following GPS design and in-yard including snow removal.; Safely operating equipment in and around overhead lines and buried utilities.; Keeping detailed and accurate records of work completed (i.e. loads hauled and locations).; Communicating professionally with co-workers and supervisors.; Participating in safety meetings.; Dealing with members of the public in a courteous, respectful manner.; Performing labour or other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Grade twelve diploma or equivalent, supplemented with five or more years in equipment operation.; An appropriate Equipment Operators license.; Class 5 Driver’s License and an acceptable driver’s abstract.; Tracked hoe experience with Trimble GPS or Earth Works program, considered an asset.; Knowledge of construction equipment safety.; Knowledge of operation of track hoe, front-end loaders, dozers, graders and other pieces of heavy equipment.; Knowledge of GPS operations (Trimble, specifically Earth Works).; Knowledge of equipment maintenance and storage.; Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine equipment maintenance.; Exceptional organizational abilities with task prioritization, multi-tasking, use of timelines and time management techniques.; Strong work ethic.; Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations.; Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.; Strong attention to detail.; Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.; Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. to complete heavy work and physical labour duties.; Ability and willingness to work overtime and/or night shift for plow snow in winter.; Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.

Benefits

Health and Wellness benefits (myHSA); Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) allowance; County-branded clothing allowance; Personal fuel card with discounted price; County campground discount; Personal cell phone plans; This posting may be used for future vacancies or to fill more than one position; This posting may be open until a suitable candidate(s) is/are found.