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Equipment Operator I (Heavy)

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Job Description - Equipment Operator I (Heavy)


INTERNAL/EXTERNAL POSTING
HR-PW-2026-07
*this opportunity is for an existing vacancy
 
Job Title:  Equipment Operator I (Heavy) Date Posted:  Thursday, January 29th , 2026
Department:  Public Works Closing:  4:00 p.m., Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Location:  Public Works Reports to:  Public Works Operations Manager
Status:  Full Time Permanent – 40.0 hours per week  Union:  IBEW Local 1730
Hourly Wage:  $34.44 per hour with benefits as per the current IBEW Collective Agreement
Job Summary:
Under the supervision of the Operations Manager, the successful candidate will operate construction, excavation, earthmoving and road clearing equipment rated at 80 H.P. and/or 6,900 kg or more in a safe and efficient manner.
Position Requirements:
  • High school Diploma
  • Demonstrated ability to operate departmental equipment including trucks, loader, grader, bulldozer, small backhoe, sidewalk machine, landfill compactor, etc as determined by the employer.
  • Three (3) years previous work experience directly related to equipment operation and maintenance.
  • Have a clean driver’s abstract - and must be able to produce such
  • Have and maintain a valid Class "D" driver's licence with a "Z" endorsement for air brake vehicles.
  • It is recognized that the business of the Employer is continuous and that Employees will cooperate when contacted to assist in maintaining service at all hours of the day and night
  • The successful applicant will be required to obtain and submit a criminal record check, prior to start date.
Application Process:

Interested applicants are to submit a cover letter and resume outlining qualifications & experience through the City’s online application, which can be found at:

https://www.dryden.ca/careers/
 
 
Personal Information contained on this form is collected pursuant to the Municipal Act, 2001, and will be used for the purpose of determining eligibility for employment.  Questions with respect to the collection of personal information should be addressed to the Freedom of Information and Privacy Coordinator, City of Dryden, 30 Van Horne Avenue, Dryden, ON P8N 2A7 (807) 223-1432.

The City of Dryden is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age.

 Accommodations of persons with disabilities are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance to the Director of Human Resources or designate.

We thank all applicants and advise that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted
 
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