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• Maintenance_Operator-Ext_-2023_03_011.pdf

MAINTENANCE OPERATOR
PUBLIC WORKS

The Town of Comox invites applications for the permanent Maintenance Operator position in the Public Works department. This is a regular, full-time (40 hours per week) union position (CUPE Local 556) with a current rate of pay of $34.97 per hour plus benefits, and includes a three month probationary period.
Under the direction of the Public Works Foreperson, the Maintenance Operator constructs, installs, inspects, maintains, cleans and repairs the Town’s water distribution, sanitary sewer collection, storm water collection and road infrastructure.

Typical Duties & Responsibilities include:

• Installation, maintenance, and repair of the Town’s water distribution system, sewer and storm drainage systems, manholes, pumps, lift stations, and sidewalks;
• General road maintenance including installation of cold mix asphalt for road repairs and patching, crack sealing, etc;
• Water meter reading and recording;
• Operation of snow removal equipment, single axle dump trucks, equipment for loading trucks when in the Public Works yard, asphalt roller, skid steer and street cleaning equipment; and
• Participation in rotational on call as required.

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent;
• EOCP Water Distribution Level 1 Certification or higher;
• EOCP Wastewater Collection Level 1 Certification or higher;
• Traffic Control Program Certificate;
• At least 3 years experience in public works utilities, maintenance, and repair;
• Sound knowledge of proper public works construction and maintenance practices related to potable water distribution, storm and sanitary collection systems, and road maintenance;
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• Valid B.C. Class 3 Driver’s Licence;
• Occupational First Aid Level 1; and
• Current clean Criminal Record check.

A complete job description is available upon request.

Applications should be directed to the attention of Ms. Lia Pesklevits, Executive Coordinator, by email lpesklevits@comox.ca and will be received until 4:00 pm Friday March 24, 2023.

We wish to thank all applicants however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.