Public Works Operator

Public Works Operator – Full-Time, Union

The Municipal District of St. Stephen is seeking a dependable and motivated Public Works Operator to join our Public Works team.

Reporting to the Director of Infrastructure – Public Works and/or Supervisor, the Public Works Operator performs a variety of skilled and general labour duties related to municipal infrastructure, equipment operation, maintenance, and construction.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of labour-intensive and skilled mechanical, maintenance, and construction work, often under challenging environmental and weather conditions.
• Operate heavy and light trucks and other municipal equipment.
• Work on water main transmission lines, laterals, hydrants, reservoirs, and wells.
• Work on storm and sanitary transmission lines, laterals, lift stations, and lagoons.
• Perform assigned street maintenance and general labour work.
• Respond to call-outs and work overtime as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Post-secondary education in Civil or Environmental Technology is considered an asset.
• Valid Class III E Driver’s Licence with a minimum of two years of driving experience.
• Previous experience working in a municipal Public Works Department or a related field is considered an asset.

Additional Training

The successful candidate will be required to complete water distribution courses as required under Condition 12 of the Town of St. Stephen’s Approval to Operate.

What We’re Looking For

The successful candidate must be dependable, flexible, cooperative, and willing to participate in on-the-job training and complete courses required by the Municipality or the Department of Environment.

Position Details

Employment Type: Full-Time, Union
Department: Public Works
Reports To: Director of Infrastructure – Public Works
Union: CUPE Local 770

The Municipal District of St. Stephen thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.