Equipment Operator

The Opportunity 

The Ministry of Highways is seeking a Equipment Operator for the Weyburn Section within the Operation and Maintenance Division. You will be part of a team responsible for the operation and general maintenance of the provincial transportation network consisting of roads, highways, and airports. 

To qualify for this position, you will possess a valid Class 1A license.  If you are invited to attend an interview for this position you will be required to provide a current driver abstract.

In this position, you will:

• Work together as a team to create a healthy and safe work environment;
• Ensure the safety of the travelling public through surveillance and general maintenance activities;
• Operate, service, and maintain heavy equipment, such as tandem trucks (with specialized attachments), motor graders, and front-end loaders to perform summer and winter maintenance;
• Operate advanced hydraulic control systems for the plow, wing, and sander while maintaining control of a tandem snowplow during a snowstorm; 
• Keep daily records including hours of operation, pre-trip inspections, and materials used;
• Be willing and able to work under physically and mentally demanding conditions such as physical labour, heavy lifting, and stressful situations;
• Be approachable and flexible, self-motivated to complete tasks, adaptable to changing work situations, and must work well in an inclusive and diverse environment;
• Possess basic computer skills in order to manage email, enter and submit timecards/expense claims; and,

• Work flexible hours. 

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• A high level of situational awareness;
• The ability to make critical and crucial decisions in all weather conditions that affect the travelling public;
• The ability to work under extreme and changing weather conditions; and,
• The ability to contribute to the team in a positive manner.

• Provides on-site coordination of a crew to ensure daily job assignments are completed.  
• Assigns tasks to crew members throughout the day to maintain efficient operations.
• Monitors equipment use to ensure responsible operation, adherence to standard operating procedures (SOP’s), and suitability for the task being performed.
• Operates, services and maintains heavy equipment such as tandem trucks with hydro drum, spinner, snowplow/wing attachments, graders and front-end loaders.
• Performs highway maintenance activities in summer and snow/ ice removal in winter conditions.
• Maintains records and logs of operating hours, equipment repairs, and materials used on highways. 

Job Capabilities:  

As a public servant, we are seeking someone who:

• Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
• Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
• Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
• Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
• Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
• Focuses on achieving public service excellence. 
   

Technical Knowledge and Skills:  

You will have knowledge of:

• procedures and equipment operation related to the proper operation, maintenance and service of heavy-duty motor equipment (motor grader/tandem truck/loader);
• basic mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, fuel and lubrication systems of heavy equipment; 
• workplace safety and traffic control procedures; 

• occupational health, workplace hazardous materials and dangerous goods policies and practices

   

You will have demonstrated the ability to: 

• accurately comprehend information and instructions verbally or from written material and respond to enquiries (Communication);
• identify problems, explore options and implement appropriate solutions (Problem Solving);
• develop and maintain positive work relationships with co-workers, managers, and the public (Interpersonal);
• independently or as part of a team assess, plan and adjust urgent or routine work priorities to meet required objectives, in consideration of deadlines, resource availability and weather conditions (Team/Independence);
• maintain paper and/or electronic records in order to quickly locate information or to support organizational data systems (Organizational);
• inspect equipment for safety and to make minor repairs to equipment (Technical);
• input, access, retrieve and print data using computers (Technical);
• create an environment that supports, respects and welcomes diversity (Diversity);
• operate equipment under stressful or adverse road and weather conditions (Safety/Stress/Security);
• recognize potential risks to self, co-workers and the public and respond in a timely manner (Safety/Stress/Security);
• apply the principles of standard precautions and proper safety practices according to established protocols, safety guidelines and existing legislation to protect self, co-workers, the public and the environment (Safety/Stress/Security).
   

You will be: 

• approachable
• reliable
• flexible
• self-motivated
• adaptable
• respectful
   

Job Skills:

• Communication (Level B)  
• Critical Thinking (Level A)  
• Digital Skills (Level A)  
• Interacting with Others (Level B)  
• Navigating Ambiguity (Level A)  
• Managing Self (Level A)  
• Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)  

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here. 

Other Qualifications and Requirements:

Licenses, Certifications or Designations

• Valid Class 1A driver’s license 

What We Offer:

• Dynamic and challenging work
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension
• Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
• Inclusive work environments
• Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements

Our Commitment to Excellence:

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.