MTCB-Backhoe Loader Operator - Groundsperson Equipment operator

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

Required Knowledge, Education, Ability and Skills :

• 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 successful candidate will demonstrate the following :

Strength :

The Grounds / Equipment Operator Position falls into the Strong Strength Demands category because of the heavy lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling demands as outlined in the following :

Agility :

The Grounds / Maintenance Position requires physical condition that must enable them to do the following physical tasks :

Cognitively :

The Grounds / Maintenance Position requires the following :

Multi-task in order to operate machinery safely while waiting for students and other traffic

The starting hourly rate of pay for this Maintenance Backhoe Loader Operator-Groundsperson Equipment Operator position is $28.98 per hour. All continuing positions receive a competitive benefits package and pension.

The Quesnel School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.