Urban Utility Operator/Labourer

Position Objectives:

Under the direction of the Public Works Supervisor, the employee will assist with the construction, maintenance and repairs of municipal infrastructure as well as any other duties that are deemed necessary for the operation of the Public Works Department which may also include the water and sewer system and facilities. The employee must possess a commitment to the community by demonstrating a readiness to serve the public and, especially, a willingness to respond under difficult working conditions and emergent situations such as snowstorms and flooding.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all equipment, materials and operations including the maintenance of accurate records.
• Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of the Municipality’s infrastructure including but not limited to streets, parks, boulevards and sidewalks.
• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor and cleans equipment.
• Assists in repairs to trucks and equipment as required.
• Assists in construction projects as assigned.
• Assists with the maintenance and operations of all water and waste facilities, all water and wastewater lines, and all public properties when necessary. • Adheres to safe work practices at all times, which includes proper work attire.
• Attend courses pertaining to Public Works operations as approved by Council.
• To maintain confidentiality of employees, ratepayers and municipal business as required by The Municipal Act. • Operates trucks of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling and unloading of various equipment, materials and supplies.
• Operates trucks and construction equipment, as well as labor required in the maintenance of blading roads, dust control, asphalt patching, hauling materials, crack sealing, ditching, culvert maintenance, sign maintenance and installations, line painting, storm drain maintenance, traffic inspections, street sweeping, curb and sidewalk repairs, water break excavations, tree trimming, snow removal and ice control.
• Work in an on call rotation and responds to emergency call-outs when required. Performs other work-related duties as assigned.Considerable knowledge of heavy-equipment operating principles
• Working knowledge of the hazards and ability to observe safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations • Working knowledge of the methods, materials and tools used in roads and street, and utility, maintenance work
• Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment. Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors and the public
• Ability to drive, operate a variety of equipment and perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have at minimum, a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License. 
• Class I or II operator certificate in water treatment, water distribution, wastewater collection and wastewater treatment or be willing to work toward obtaining.
• Full understanding of Global Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
• Knowledge of The Workplace Safety and Health Act and The Dangerous Goods Act, and the ability to adhere to these regulations is necessary. • Previous experience in a trade such as welding, construction, carpentry or auto mechanics, etc. is desirable.
• Experience in snow removal is an asset.
• Physically capable of performing assigned duties.
• Must possess a mechanical aptitude.
• Must possess good organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn new skills and take additional training as deemed necessary.
• Minimum Grade 12 High School Diploma or GED equivalency.
• CPR and First Aid training certificate is desirable.

Desirable Training and Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years experience working for a municipality in a public works environment or equivalent working experience.
• Must be able to operate heavy equipment such as, but not limited to, grader, backhoe, loader, mower and steamer.

More Information:

Dione Cherneski, CMMA
Chief Administrative Officer
Municipality of Roblin
125 - 1st Avenue NW; Box 998
Roblin, MB  R0L 1P0
cao@roblin.ca   (204) 937-8333