Job Description

As one of the fastest growing cities in Alberta, the City of Airdrie is a recognized leader in building a vibrant and sustainable community through innovation.At the City of Airdrie, incredible opportunities happen every day in a flexible work environment that is tailored to each department. Our inclusive culture and values create a workplace where we welcome aspiring, driven and creative individuals to help us accomplish our business and community goals. We are supportive of one another, and we have fun while we serve our community. We are passionate about improving the lives of our residents through care and respect; that is the foundation of our organization. At the City of Airdrie, we learn, grow and accomplish great things together.If you have a passion for building a better community and are ready to join the excitement, we\'d love to hear from you!The Opportunity:This is a permanent full-time position that is split between the Roads Department in the winter and the Parks Department in the summer. From October to mid-April, the Roads Equipment Operator/Labourer will be responsible for operating various pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and appropriate manner. From mid-April to September, the Parks Equipment Operator/Labourer will primarily be responsible for operating light and heavy parks related equipment.Primary accountabilities include:Roads Equipment Operator/Labourer

• Safely operate various pieces of heavy equipment which may include 1-7-ton axle trucks with winter attachments, loaders, graders, sweepers, skid steers, hand and power tools
• Perform municipal roadway maintenance which includes but is not limited to road and sidewalk snow and ice control management, as it pertains to winter operations
• Perform spring clean-up duties
• Carry out requested maintenance as required

Parks Equipment Operator/Labourer

• Safely and competently operate heavy equipment including loader backhoe, tractor, bobcat, rough mower, infield groomer, up to 3-ton trucks and other heavy equipment as assigned
• Safely and competently operate light equipment including ride-on mowers, utility vehicles, sweepers, push mowers, snow blowers, rototillers and other turf maintenance equipment as assigned
• Operate various pieces of equipment to mow, aerate, fertilize, top-dress and over-seed sports fields and other park areas
• Work alongside equipment trainers to become the expert equipment operator for the department
• Detect equipment servicing and maintenance issues and report them accordingly
• Complete paperwork such as pre-trip vehicle/equipment inspections and complete work order information
• Carry out park\'s repairs, maintenance and other duties as required

You Bring:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Class 3 driver\'s licence is required
• Current Standard First Aid Level C CPR and AED would be a definite asset (must be able to complete within 1 year)
• Experience and a common knowledge in both roads and parks operations
• Two (2) or more years\' experience in a parks related field including horticulture, arboriculture, pest management or construction/landscaping maintenance would be a definite asset
• Experience operating larger rough/ditch mowers is a definite asset
• Experience in asphalt works would be a definite asset
• Strong mechanical aptitude and demonstrated ability to operate equipment safely and effectively in all conditions
• Strong organizational and scheduling skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Proven customer service skills
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision in a team environment
• Enthusiastic and self-motivated, with a willingness to learn

We Offer:Along with a competitive compensation program and City paid health and dental premiums, this position also includes:

• Excellent health, dental, paramedical and benefits plan
• First-in-class pension plan
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts, annual adult Genesis Place pass, social events and health & wellness initiatives

Continuous learning through training and development is encouraged. We recognize that our people work best when they feel engaged in their environment and appreciated for their efforts and our overall benefits package reflects that.Additional Information:This dual role is full time and includes a comprehensive benefits and pension package. The work in both positions is physically demanding and may involve some heavy lifting, prolonged bending, and kneeling.Roads Equipment Operator/Labourer:

• This position requires various physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions and the ability to work a compressed work week, which includes nights and weekends during the winter season (7-day shifts, 5:30am to 5:30pm - 7 off - 7-night shifts, 5:30pm to 5:30am - 7 off)
• The wage range is $29.50/hr. to $36.87/hr. dependent on roads experience and qualifications
• Must be willing to perform physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions and work overtime as required

Parks Equipment Operator/Labourer:

• This position will work a 40-hour work week
• This position will require on-call availability. Work is done primarily outside under all weather conditions
• The wage range is $29.50/hr. to $36.87/hr. dependent on parks experience and qualifications

Next Steps:Candidates are invited to apply online.Postings close at 9 p.m. on the closing date listed in the posting. We recommend applying as soon as possible as we are not able to accept late applications.Please review the job competition carefully and be sure to attach any specifically requested documentation in the My Documents section of your application.Interviewing and hiring may commence prior to the posted closing date.Thank you for your interest in the City of Airdrie.

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