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.

The Ministry of Highways provides a safe, reliable transportation system to support Saskatchewan’s growth and quality of life. We manage and develop an integrated sustainable transportation system that supports economic growth and promotes the safe and efficient movement of people and goods. Saskatchewan's road network is the largest in Canada which consists of around 26,500 km of provincial highways. We operate and maintain approximately 700 bridges, 12 ferries, one barge and 16 northern airports. The Government of Saskatchewan provides the services, programs and supports the people of Saskatchewan need. We deliver on the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth to build a strong economy, strong communities and strong families, ultimately building a stronger Saskatchewan. Dedicated to service excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels.