Public Works Operator I

**District of Sechelt**:
**Public Works Operator I**:
**Competition No. 2023-19**
**Permanent, Full-Time**
**Nature of the Position**
Under the direction of the Public Works Foreman, the Public Works Operator I assists with the building and maintenance of roads, sewers, ditches, boulevards, parks, and the airport. This role also performs vehicle maintenance activities and when required, operates equipment.
**Essential Competencies**
Applicants must have Grade 12 (or equivalent);
one year of experience in general laboring;
and hold a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence with air endorsement or Class 3 heavy trailer endorsement. Applicants must have hands-on experience with the operation and maintenance of power and hand tools;
the ability to exert, sustain and repeat physical and mental actions necessary to complete tasks;
and work under conditions requiring strength, endurance, and focused attention in all types of weather.
Applicants must have a professional, responsive, and positive work attitude;
the ability to react quickly and remain calm in stressful situations;
and the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully one-on-one or in a group environment.
**Preferred Competencies**
Experience operating snow clearing equipment, bobcat and backhoe is preferred.
**Working Conditions**
This is a permanent full-time unionized position within the BCGEU. Wage for the position is Grid Level 6, $29.21- $32.45 per hour, with an attractive benefits package. Hours of work are 37.5 hours per week. **This position involves shiftwork, including weekends for snow and ice removal. **The District of Sechelt supports employment equity in accordance with the Human Rights code of BC.
**Applications**
This competition will close on **Thursday, May 4th at 4:
30 PM.**
Only those who are shortlisted will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.
Education :
Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience :
Experience an asset