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Date: 2024-10-04 03:21:58

Operations Worker I (seasonal) [Department of Transportation and Infrastructure]

Job Description
Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Operations Worker I

Seasonal Position

Open

Fredericton District

Keswick Division

Who We Are

The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure's mission is to contribute to New Brunswick's economy and quality of life by providing and supporting sustainable infrastructure that allows for the safe and efficient movement of people, goods and government services to the public. Not only is the department responsible for managing over 18,000 kilometers of provincial highways, it also manages the planning, design and construction of hospitals, schools and other government buildings.

What You Will Do

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure is seeking an individual to join the Fredericton District as an Operations Worker I working in the Keswick Division during summer and winter period.

As an Operations Worker I, you will work under the direction of the Highway Supervisor and be responsible for:

  • performing various highway maintenance and construction work;
  • operating and maintaining light construction equipment, including a tandem service truck when required by the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure;
  • performing normal maintenance and minor repairs on assigned equipment; preparing and maintaining work records on the operation of the assigned equipment;
  • operating a one-person plow in winter operations and performing other related maintenance tasks;
  • ensuring roads are safe for public use through plowing and placing sand and salt on roads.

Work Environment

  • Office location: Keswick
  • Work holidays, weekends, shift and/or variable hours
  • May work in adverse road and weather conditions
  • We promote a scent-reduced environment

Who You Are

Key behavioural competencies:

  • Teamwork and Cooperation
  • Effective Interactive Communication
  • Flexibility
  • Results Orientation

Essential Qualifications

  • Completion of grade ten (10) and a minimum of one (1) year experience in the operation of heavy construction equipment.
  • Possession of a valid New Brunswick Class 3 driver's license with endorsement for air brakes is also required.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability.

Please attach a copy of your driver's license with your application.

  • Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration.
  • Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
  • Please ensure that your preferred language of assessment is identified in your résumé.

Appointment to these positions will be restricted to local area residents.

Asset Qualifications

Preference may be given to candidates that demonstrate the following asset:

  • One Person Plow certified.

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

The Department Of Transportation And Infrastructure Offers

  • Meaningful work and the opportunity to support New Brunswickers in times of need.
  • Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
  • Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
  • Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.

Salary

Operations Worker I: $21.87 per hour, based on 40 hours per week

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health and safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health and safety.

How To Apply

We encourage applicants to apply on-line, by e-mail to District5Competitions@gnb.ca or by mail at the following address by February 22, 2024 indicating competition number 2023-D05-38. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

District 5

1025 College Hill Road

Fredericton NB E3B 4J7

Telephone: (506) 453-2611

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who are among the most qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

Check out what it is like to work at the Government of New Brunswick, where we are working together as One Team One GNB to improve the lives of New Brunswickers every day!

Let's connect. You belong here.

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