Operations Worker III

Competition Number: 24125

Category: Engineering and Public Works

Job Title: Operations Worker III

Department: Engineering - Public Works - Street Operations

Position Type: Permanent Full Time Position (CUPE Local 2011)

Salary: $40.73/hr and an excellent benefits package

Posted Date: April 19, 2024

Last Modified: April 19, 2024, 11:41 am

Status: Open Until Filled

Description:

Come join our team for an exciting career in local government. Saanich Street Operations is seeking an Operations Worker III. The Operations Worker III will be responsible for: completing a variety of road maintenance and construction tasks in the maintenance, construction and repair of municipal street infrastructure; technical and manual work involving the coordination and leadership of a crew of workers and equipment operators; the delivery of capital works projects; responding to and investigating complaints from the public and initiating corrective action; may be required to respond to emergency and storm events as they arise.

Requirements include Grade 12 or equivalent; three years’ experience directly related to road maintenance, construction; introductory supervisory skills training or one year of experience directing the work of others; a valid B.C. Class 3 Driver’s Licence with air brake endorsement; Occupational First Aid Level I Certificate; Traffic Control Person Certificate; (Training will be provided in Municipal Pavement Maintenance Certification and Certification in Snow and Ice Control); annual renewal of Driver’s Abstract; and sufficient health, physical conditioning, strength, stamina and coordination to permit performance of heavy manual work in all weather conditions. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

The successful candidate will work Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (40 hours per week).

As a component of the selection process, testing will be conducted. 

Important Information:

The District of Saanich is recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2024.

As an equitable and inclusive employer, we value diversity of people to best represent the community we serve and provide excellent services to our citizens. We strive to attract and retain passionate and talented individuals of all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences. 

If you require any adjustments to enable participation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact in confidence accessibilityHR@saanich.ca.

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