Equipment Operator – Regional District of Nanaimo
Job Description
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) is seeking a permanent full-time Equipment Operator in the Solid Waste Services Department at the Church Road Transfer Station in Parksville.
The Equipment Operator contributes to the effective operation of the Solid Waste Facilities through the skilled operation of machinery to ensure that the Church Road Transfer Station is efficiently utilized. This position supports the Solid Waste Department by assisting team members in their duties, as required, to meet service expectations, departmental goals and objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma plus Heavy Equipment Operator Trades Program Certificate with two (2) years prior job-related experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Knowledge of landfill operations is an asset.
Possession of a valid Class 3 BC Drivers License with Air Brake Endorsement, Survival First Aid course, working knowledge of WHMIS regulations and procedures, knowledge of safe work and operation procedures, and good judgement with manual dexterity skills.
POSITION DETAILS
This position is a permanent full-time Union position (40 hours per week, 4 x 10-hour shifts). The (2024) hourly rate of pay is $32.10 to $33.79. This position offers an attractive benefits package as provided within the Collective Agreement between the RDN and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 401.
The Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) is seeking a permanent full-time Equipment Operator in the Solid Waste Services Department at the Church Road Transfer Station in Parksville.
The Equipment Operator contributes to the effective operation of the Solid Waste Facilities through the skilled operation of machinery to ensure that the Church Road Transfer Station is efficiently utilized. This position supports the Solid Waste Department by assisting team members in their duties, as required, to meet service expectations, departmental goals and objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma plus Heavy Equipment Operator Trades Program Certificate with two (2) years prior job-related experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Knowledge of landfill operations is an asset.
Possession of a valid Class 3 BC Drivers License with Air Brake Endorsement, Survival First Aid course, working knowledge of WHMIS regulations and procedures, knowledge of safe work and operation procedures, and good judgement with manual dexterity skills.
POSITION DETAILS
This position is a permanent full-time Union position (40 hours per week, 4 x 10-hour shifts). The (2024) hourly rate of pay is $32.10 to $33.79. This position offers an attractive benefits package as provided within the Collective Agreement between the RDN and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 401.
Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on June 13, 2024.