Equipment Operator​/Maintenance Worker

Reports To

Facility Maintenance and Public Works Supervisor

We, the Saulteau First Nations, are a spirited and diverse community. We are a strong Self-Governed Nation, one that is healthy, culturally vibrant, and ready for tomorrow. Our cultural teachings and traditions guide us and keep us rooted as we move forward into the future. As stewards of the land, we ensure that the best sustainable practices are followed, now and in the future.

For as long as the “sun shines, the grass grows and the rivers flow”, we remain proud and humbly determined.

• Employer-paid extended health and dental benefits
• Pension plan with an 8% employer contribution and flexible employee contributions of 5% to 10%
• Paid vacation, sick leave, personal leave, cultural leave, and bereavement leave
• Professional development and training opportunities
• On-site fitness facility
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Wage Range: $34.53-$37.82/Hr

The Maintenance Worker/Equipment Operator is a split role and contributes to the success of the Saulteau First Nations (SFN) by ensuring well-maintained capital assets for SFN members and community, through regular maintenance and upkeep of roadways and SFN community houses.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong mechanical knowledge, good judgement, reliability, teamwork, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and well-maintained community.

• Operates SFN equipment within their training, qualifications and authorization.
• Conducts general road maintenance/earthworks in the SFN community, including drainage, waterline maintenance and related seasonal work.
• During winter, clears snow and ice around SFN homes and office structures.
• Hauls gravel and other materials using SFN trucks.
• Performs land clearing and levelling as required, including excavation, back filling, loading, hauling and material placement.
• Assists with light maintenance on SFN equipment and vehicles, including completion and/or scheduling of routine maintenance and repairs as required.

• Completes assigned work orders.
• Records completed work, materials used and outstanding issues on work orders.
• Liaises with members of the Maintenance Team to ensure adequate time and resources are available to complete assigned work.
• Mows lawns, trims grass and completes general grounds maintenance when required.
• Collects and removes garbage and recycling when required.
• Provides the supervisor with updates on work progress and adjusts priorities as directed to address unforeseen tasks.
• Works alongside certified water and wastewater operators when required.
• Assists the Maintenance and Public Works Department with other tasks within their training and qualifications.
• Maintains respectful and professional working relationships with staff, community members, contractors and other contacts.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Completes work according to approved plans, specifications, applicable codes and their training and qualifications.
• Complies with SFN safety policies, procedures and applicable occupational health and safety requirements.
• Inspects work areas and equipment, addresses hazards within their training and authority, and reports defects or unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
• Keeps work areas and the workshop clean, orderly and safe.

• Completion of Grade 12 and a minimum of three years of experience in maintenance, equipment operation or related work.
• Valid Class 5 BC driver’s licence required. Preference will be given to candidates with a valid Class 1 or Class 3 BC driver’s licence.
• Successful completion of Heavy Equipment Operator training…