WorkBC - Utilities Maintenance Operator II

Full-time

Business: City of Merritt
Email: info@merritt.ca
Phone: 2503784224
Address: 2185 Voght St, Merritt, BC
Website: jobs.smartrecruiters.com

City Of Merritt

Looking for: Full Time Utilities Maintenance Operator II

$ 35.82 per hour

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education Requirements:

Occupational Certificates, Licenses, Association Memberships:

Operators must possess both an EOCP Water Distribution System Operator Level II certification and a Wastewater Collection System Level II certification
Valid BC Class 3 Drivers License with Air Endorsement

Experience:

5 years experience safely and effectively working in a municipal utilities environment, including hands on experience of installation, maintenance and repair of water main, valves, hydrants, meters, sewer main, storm mains, lift stations, pumps, manholes, and other related distribution / collection / conveyance systems components.
Competent experience in the safe operation of heavy equipment (Combination Sewer Cleaner/Hydro-Vac truck, Front End Loader, Dump Truck, etc).
Some demonstrated experience leading crews to complete projects and tasks in municipal utilities environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Sound knowledge of proper construction and maintenance practices related to utilities infrastructure
Spatial ability, manual dexterity, and mechanical aptitude
A safety-first attitude with ability to comply with safety requirements
Ability to integrate technical knowledge with work duties
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Ability to deal with others effectively
Ability to work independently and cooperatively in a team environment
Ability to read and interpret technical specifications
Ability to contribute to a culture of safety and customer service excellence
Ability to operate related equipment
Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Sound knowledge of methods, tools, equipment and procedures related to water distribution systems including standard methods for bacteriological sampling and testing, cross-connection control and disinfection
Some knowledge of mechanical and hydraulic principles
Basic office computer skills
Ability to interpret and apply City bylaws, policies, procedures, system diagrams and mapping, and construction standards and specifications
Ability to create and maintain manual and/or computerized records, and report/interpret data information
Ability to frequently perform heavy manual labour over long periods of time and frequently work in potentially hazardous working conditions such as heavy traffic areas, trenches, chambers, and other confined spaces

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRING

First Aid Emergency Level - Industry and CPR Level A Certification; Traffic Control training; WHMIS Certification; Equipment Operator's training, Confined Spaces Training, Asbestos Handling, Forklift training, and other job-related safety training
BC Water and Waste Association (BCWWA) Membership is an asset

The Utilities Maintenance Operator II position requires 40 hours per week.

For a more detailed description please visit: https://www.merritt.ca/careers/