JOB POSTING: Heavy Equipment Operator/Truck Driver Summary:Reporting to the Director of Operations & Maintenance (or his designate) the Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating a variety of equipment that may include: backhoe excavator, loader, bulldozer, front end loader, skid steer, dump truck, compactor, and roller. Operator will use heavy equipment to perform a variety of tasks which may include: fine grading and finishing; landscaping; sloping and banking; backfilling; ditching; excavating; rough grading; stumping; sub-grade excavating; sub-grade rolling; trenching; material handling; slope grooming and; snow removal. Ideal Candidate: Dependable & punctual Effective communication skills (both verbal and written) Comfortable working in various conditions Excellent problem solving abilities Responsible and safety focused Positive, approachable attitude Preference will be given to candidates with a valid drivers license and clean drivers abstract Job Duties: Operate heavy equipment to complete a variety of job tasks to assist with Operations & Maintenance emergency water and wastewater repairs and Housing Department and Capital Buildings construction projects with due care Clean, lubricate, and maintain equipment Conduct daily equipment inspections & reports Report any repair issues or equipment hazards immediately Secure special attachments to equipment Assist with general labor duties when needed, in order to complete construction projects Wear appropriate personal protective equipment at all times Complete daily paperwork detailing job hours and costs Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations Requirements: Some college, CEGEP, vocational or technical training Heavy Equipment Operator Trade Certification is an asset Valid drivers license (Class 3 with air brake endorsement considered an asset) Minimum 3-5 years of experience operating heavy equipment Ability to read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings, and specifications Basic measurement and calculation skills Excellent observation skills and a strong attention to detail Ability to work both independently with little supervision, and as part of a team Willing to attend additional training Work Conditions: Various locations including both residential and commercial construction sites Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. repeatedly through an entire work shift Ability to work in a fast paced environment Work near heavy equipment and other vehicles on a regular basis Work outdoors in various conditions including heat and humidity, rain, dust, noise, and cold Work flexible hours including occasional emergency repair evening and/or weekend work Mandatory required experience: Heavy Equipment Operator: 1 year *If it is deemed that all qualifications are equal, preference will be given to registered persons of Aboriginal Descent. Pay is to be negotiated and set forth by Chief and Council and successful applicant is subject to a three (3) month review* Please submit resume and cover letter with three (3) professional references to: Human Resources Department, 522 Church Street, Sipeknekatik Band Office in person or send by email to: hknockwood@shubenacadieband.ca If you fail to submit all three (3) required documents, your application will automatically be removed for the posted position. Human Resources Office will be contacting applicants selected for an interview. Deadline for applications is August 25, 2015Late applicants will not be accepted.