MTCB-Backhoe Loader Operator - Groundsperson Equipment operator

Overview

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POSITION:
Backhoe Loader Operator - Groundsperson Equipment Operator

SITE:
Maintenance

HOURS:

40 hrs/wk

JOB COMMENCES:
Commencing ASAP until September 16, 2026, or earlier depending on the return of the incumbent.

WAGE: AS PER UNION AGREEMENT

• Ability to perform heavy lifting and move heavy items for up to eight hours a day. A medical certificate confirming physical fitness will be required.
• Capability to work at heights and in crawl spaces.
• General knowledge and ability to maintain grounds, buildings and equipment.
• Ability to assist trades personnel when/where required
• Mechanical ability to perform equipment operational and preventive maintenance.
• Thorough knowledge of heavy trucks, tractors and self-propelled mowers and the ability to operate powered grounds equipment safely and effectively.
• Perform other duties as required.

• An ability to work as a team player
• A high degree of initiative
• Excellent human relations skills
• Good judgment
• A willingness and ability to learn other tasks as required
• The ability to set priorities and multi-task

• Grade 12 and certificates in power saw safety, playground safety and installation, sprinkler systems and have a good working knowledge of chain link fencing.
• A valid Class 5 BC driver's license, heavy hauler driver certification (code 20) with air endorsement.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and capability to move heavy miscellaneous items for up to eight hours a day. A medical certificate confirming physical fitness will be required.
• Capability to work at heights and in crawl spaces.
• General knowledge and ability to maintain grounds, buildings and equipment.
• Ability to assist trades personnel when/where required
• Mechanical ability to the degree required to perform equipment operational and daily/weekly/time-based preventative maintenance
• Thorough knowledge of heavy trucks, tractors and self-propelled mowers as well as the ability to operate powered grounds equipment safely and effectively
• Perform other duties as required

• The Grounds/Equipment Operator Position falls into the Strong Strength Demands category due to heavy lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling as outlined above.
• Physical tasks include working at heights and accessing crawlspaces with limited heights.
• Multi-task in order to operate machinery safely while waiting for students and other traffic.
• Tolerate high noise levels for most of the workday.
• Withstand constant moderate vibration for up to 8 hours per day while operating machinery.
• Withstand adverse temperatures outside during the summer and winter months.
• Demonstrate good verbal skills when dealing with staff, students and the public.
• Exhibit good judgment to ensure the safety and well-being of students, staff and the public.

The starting hourly rate of pay is $28.98 per hour. All continuing positions receive a competitive benefits package and pension.

The Quesnel School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Part-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Education

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