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Equipment Operator "B" - Frobisher

@ City of Greater Sudbury

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Greater Sudbury, Ontario

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The City of Greater Sudbury is hiring an Equipment Operator "B" at Frobisher Depot on a permanent basis, under the supervision of a Foreperson. The role operates city equipment such as tandem trucks, sweepers, flushers, municipal tractors and loaders on construction and maintenance properties. The posting states 80 hours bi-weekly, shift work that may be required, and a rate of $32.20 per hour, with a development rate of $30.59 per hour for candidates who do not yet meet all qualifications.

Responsibilities:

  • Operate city equipment such as tandem trucks, sweepers and loaders
  • Load, unload and transport personnel, materials and refuse
  • Oversee a small work crew on routine duties
  • Perform routine maintenance on equipment
  • Prepare work reports when required

Requirements summary:

  • Grade XII secondary school completion
  • Proven ability to operate municipal equipment and attachments
  • Mechanical knowledge and ability to read equipment manuals
  • Excellent English, verbal and written
  • Valid Class DZ driver's licence and acceptable driving record

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tandem trucksweeperflushermunicipal tractorloaderequipment attachments
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2026-11-15
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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentTransportation & driving
Hours per week40
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingOutdoors, Plant or factory, Vehicle
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsClass DZ driver's licence
Driver’s licencerequired
Background checksdriving record
EducationHigh school (required)

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Job description
Job Description

Section: Roads Operations

Division: Linear Infrastructure Services

Department: Community Infrastructure

Initial Reporting Location: Frobisher Depot

Job Status: Permanent Position

Number of Vacancies: 1

Union Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Outside Unit

Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly

Shift Work Required: Yes - Shift work may be required

Rate of Pay: $32.20 per hour

The start date will follow the selection process.

Main Function: Operate various units of CGS equipment on CGS Construction and Maintenance properties.

Characteristic: Under the supervision of a Foreperson.

Duties

  • Operate various units of CGS equipment.
  • Operate equipment such as Tandem Truck, Sweeper, Flusher, Municipal Tractor and attachments, Loader, etc.
  • Load and unload truck by hand or mechanical devices.
  • Transport personnel, materials, supplies, equipment and refuse.
  • Oversee small work crew in the performance of routine duties.
  • Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

Education and Training:

  • Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.

Experience

  • No sectional experience necessary.
  • Proven ability to operate equipment such as Tandem Truck, Sweeper, Flusher, Municipal Tractor and attachments, Loader, etc.

Other Requirements

  • Shift work is required.
  • Proven ability to operate various units of CGS equipment.
  • Prepare work reports when required.
  • Must be able to read and follow manufacturers Routine Maintenance Instructions.
  • Must be able to read and understand equipment manuals.
  • Must have some mechanical knowledge to avoid damage to the equipment.
  • Must be able to operate and perform routine maintenance on equipment.
  • Must be able to operate all equipment attachments.
  • Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
  • Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
  • May require the use of a CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid Class “DZ” driver's licence and have an acceptable driving record.

This job is also being posted as a development opportunity. Should there be no fully qualified candidate for this position, a candidate who can be expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period of time may be considered for this position as a development opportunity.

Development opportunity rate of pay: $30.59 per hour. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced rate until the minimum qualifications have been met.

How To Apply

If you are viewing this job posting through a website other than the City of Greater Sudbury's, please visit www.greatersudbury.ca/jobs to apply online.

We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2026. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.

  • Click on the Apply for Job button.
  • Follow the step by step application process.
  • Ensure you attached a cover letter and resume. Acceptable file types are:
  • .doc
  • .docx
  • .txt
  • .pdf
  • .rtf
  • Once completed, review your application and click on the Submit button.
  • Upon submission of your application, you will get a confirmation on the screen that your application has been successfully submitted. You will also receive an e-mail confirmation to the e-mail address on your profile.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.

Live outside Canada or new to Canada?

The City of Greater Sudbury is dedicated to maintaining a fair, inclusive, and equitable work environment and our City welcomes qualified applicants from anywhere. To learn more about working in Canada, visit this webpage: Applicants Living Outside of Canada (greatersudbury.ca)

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For technical difficulties, issues, questions or accommodations with an application made online email [email protected]

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