Grader Operator

The Rural Municipality of Lakeside No. 338 is accepting applications for a full-time Grader Operator, previous experience will be seen as an asset, but the RM is willing to train the right applicant.

Job Description:

• This is a full-time year-round position
• Operating equipment to maintain and repair roads
• Operator is directly responsible to the Foreman
• To be a working operator and team player
• Blade roads safely and efficiently
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance of equipment
• Keeping records and logs for equipment maintenance, inventory etc. as required
• Plowing snow as needed
• Operating equipment ( not limited to, grader, tractor, mower, snowblower etc.)
• Other duties assigned by the Foreman

Qualifications:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Criminal Record Check
• Have knowledge of equipment operation and service
• Working knowledge of road building, maintenance and grading techniques is seen as an asset but not required
• Must be capable of working with or without supervision
• Ability to maintain a good working relationship with the council, ratepayers and other employees

Technical Skills:

• Equipment repairs and maintenance as per manufacturer specifications
• Assist with welding, fabricating and repairing RM assets
• Operating trucks and trailers (valid class 5 driver’s license minimum)
• Operation, tractor load and various equipment attachments (PME required)

Duties to include but not limited to:

• Utility personnel are directly responsible to the Foreman
• To perform work such as grading, snowplowing
• Clean out and cut damaged culvert ends and report to the Foreman
• Keep machines clean inside and out
• Make sure equipment is in safe working order (walk around check)
• Ensure shop and shop yard is clean
• Address fellow employees and council in a respectful manner
• Be willing to follow direction
• Employees are expected to address all ratepayers with respect
• Keep detailed time sheets, log books and maps as requested
• Work hours as per schedule
• Shop hours are limited to 8 hours a day
• Road maintenance personnel may be required to work 10 hour days
• Cell phones are to be left on during work hours

The office is located in Quill Lake, Saskatchewan. The R.M. offers a SARM benefits package including short-term and long-term disability as well as a matched pension plan and the employee salary will be negotiated based on experience.

Interested candidates may submit a cover letter and detailed resume including qualifications, past and present work experience, salary expectations and work-related references to the Administrator at:

office@rmlakeside.ca

Or mail to:

RM of Lakeside No. 338
Box 69
Quill Lake, SK
S0A 3E0

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.