Employment Opportunity:
Equipment Operator II, Permanent Full-Time
Lac La Biche County is an organization driven by principles surrounding Excellence, Communication, Safety and Wellness, Collaboration, and Environmental Sustainability. Our employees enjoy the charm of working in the Lakeland Region, away from the hustle and bustle of the big city while still being able to enjoy a diverse, fast paced and fulfilling work environment. Our community is known to be one of the most diverse and unique communities in Alberta. Not only is it rich in history and culture, but it is also surrounded by forests, parks, lakes, and golden sand beaches!
We continuously strive to remain an employer of choice by offering a strong health and safety program, competitive pay, amazing benefits, opportunities for professional development, as well as many wellness initiatives that support a work/life balance. We also take pride in maintaining high standards surrounding equity, diversity, and inclusion in our workplace.
Purpose of the position
The position will (but not limited to):
- Operate heavy equipment such as trucks, loaders, backhoes, etc.
- Operate other small equipment.
- Conduct flagging for traffic control.
- Perform regular maintenance on trucks and equipment.
- Follow all Lac La Biche County safety protocols and procedures.
Want to be a part of our County team?
To be successful in this position, you will:
- Hold previous experience operating and providing basic maintenance on small and medium equipment
- Have a Class 3 driver's license
- Be able to lift up to medium and heavy items (50lbs+)
- Possess good customer service, public relations, communications, and teamwork skills
- Hold basic computer skills
- Enjoy working outdoors and be comfortable working in adverse weather along with exposure to noise and fumes
- Be familiar with safe working procedures working with equipment.
Position Details:
- Permanent Full-Time
- 2080 hours annually (8 hour work day) and may involve days, evenings, or weekends based on operational needs
- Wage $28.30 to $39.50 hourly ($58,864.00 to $82,160.00 hourly)
- Comprehensive benefit package - 100% employer paid Sunlife extended health & dental, 15 vacation days, 12 personal health leave days, Employee & Family Assistance Program, All Access Pass to Bold Multiplex and Pool, Personal/Health Spending Account, and Training & Development opportunities and municipal pension plan through LAPP
If this sounds like you, apply online directly through the job posting link or email [email protected]. Please include a cover letter quoting Competition #29-EOP-25.
Closing Date: Competition will remain open until qualified applicants are found.
For more information regarding specific position responsibilities and required abilities/ qualifications, please refer to the attached job description (if applying outside of our Lac La Biche County website, the full Job Description will be available once you start your application process)
Note applications received may be considered for positions in other areas at the same classification level within six months.
