Job Description

POSITION: Backhoe Loader Operator - Groundsperson Equipment Operator

SITE: Maintenance

HOURS: 40 hrs/wk

JOB COMMENCES: Commencing ASAP

until September 16, 2026, or earlier depending on the return of the incumbent.

WAGE: AS PER UNION AGREEMENT

Required Knowledge, Education, Ability and Skills:

Grade 12 and certificates in power saw safety, playground safety and installation, sprinkler systems and have a good working knowledge of chain link fencing.

A valid Class 5 BC driver's license, heavy hauler driver certification (code 20) with air endorsement.

Ability to perform heavy lifting and capability to move heavy miscellaneous items for up to eight hours a day.

A medical certificate confirming physical fitness will be required

. Capability to work at heights and in crawl spaces. General knowledge and ability to maintain grounds, buildings and equipment. Ability to assist trades personnel when/where required

Mechanical ability to the degree required to perform equipment operational and daily/weekly/time-based preventative maintenance

Thorough knowledge of heavy trucks, tractors and self-propelled mowers as well as the ability to operate powered grounds equipment safely and effectively

Perform other duties as required.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following:

An ability to work as a team player A high degree of initiative Excellent human relations skills Good judgment A willingness and ability to learn other tasks as required The ability to set priorities and multi-task

Strength:

The Grounds/Equipment Operator Position falls into the Strong Strength Demands category because of the heavy lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling demands as outlined in the following:

Agility:

The Grounds/Maintenance Position requires physical condition that must enable them to do the following physical tasks:


Work at heights off of an extension ladder or a man-lift that has a 350 lb weight capacity and a 24-foot reach Access and work in crawlspaces with limited heights

Cognitively:

The Grounds/Maintenance Position requires the following:


Multi-task in order to operate machinery safely while waiting for students and other traffic


Tolerate high noise levels for most of the workday Withstand constant moderate vibration for up to 8 hours per day while operating machinery Withstand adverse temperatures outside during the summer and winter months Demonstrate good verbal skills when dealing with staff, students and the public Exhibit good judgement to ensure the safety and well-being of students, staff and the public
The starting hourly rate of pay for this Maintenance Backhoe Loader Operator-Groundsperson Equipment Operator position is $28.98 per hour. All continuing positions receive a competitive benefits package and pension.

The Quesnel School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.