Operator I
job description
**Description**:
**The Opportunity**
Reporting directly to the Supervisor, Roads, this role is responsible for operating and maintaining heavy trucks, dumps/plows and/or loaders and for performing any labour required in the Operations department in a safe, efficient, and customer-focused manner. As the Operator I, you will perform the following duties, including but not limited to:
- Participate in winter road maintenance programs including, but not limited to, plowing, sanding, salting etc.
- Participate in road maintenance programs including, but not limited to, roadside ditching, shouldering, storm system maintenance, signage, safety devices, roadside tree trimming and removals, road surface repairs, etc.
- Operate small and heavy equipment, including light-duty pickup trucks up to tandem axle dump units under all legislated requirements
- Perform all routine equipment maintenance including, but not limited to, daily safety inspections, maintenance checks, daily cleaning interiors and exteriors of units, changing vehicle lightbulbs, wiper blades, snowplow blades, replenishing fluids, disinfection, etc.
- Report poor road conditions to Supervisor, Roads
- Perform road condition inspections as requested by the Supervisor, Roads
- Advise the Supervisor of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
- Participate in and attend training courses and programs as required by the Town
- Perform other labourer-related duties as requested by the Supervisor, Roads
This position offers a pay rate of $29.09 per hour, plus a competitive benefit package.