Equipment Operator 1 Job at District of West Vancouver

District of West Vancouver West Vancouver, BC

(Permanent, Full-Time)


Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations, West Vancouver is a vibrant community on the North Shore and home to parks, beaches, and to sports, recreation and arts amenities. We are seeking employees with a passion for public service who share our commitment to creating a complete, inclusive and livable community. Our dedicated staff deliver services, operate facilities and run the programs that enhance the well-being of our community.

The West Vancouver Engineering Construction Department has an exciting opportunity for a permanent full-time Equipment Operator 1 position. The successful candidate will be responsible for:

· Safely and efficiently operating and maintaining light construction and maintenance equipment such as air compressors, vibrating rollers, light tractors and attachments;

· Working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in asphaltic paving operations.

· Performing daily equipment inspections and submitting inspection reports;

· Performing other related duties as required

The preferred candidate will possess: completion of senior secondary school, experience or training in the operation of similar equipment used in the application of hot mix asphalt; a class 1 or 3 driver’s license, an air brakes endorsement, experience operating a skidsteer would be an asset.

The successful candidate will possess: knowledge of the rules of safe operation of light maintenance and construction equipment; ability to finish asphaltic concrete surfaces to prescribed grades efficiently; effective communication skills; mechanical aptitude along with ability to work outdoors in a physically demanding role in all types of weather conditions; some knowledge of the methods, practices, and tools used in servicing and making adjustment to such equipment; and possession of a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License.

The successful candidate will be required to supply a police information check and a copy of their credentials. The successful candidate is also required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of hire.


This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licenses and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the Class Specification which is available for inspection in the Human Resources Department or on WestNet.

Position Status:


Union (WVMEA) – Permanent Full-Time


Hours of Work:


40 hours per week (hours and days of work may vary)


Rate of Pay:


$31.55 per hour


Closing Date:


11:59 p.m. Sunday, January 15, 2023


To Apply:


Please visit the District of West Vancouver’s Career Centre at westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position.



We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

3251-22-WVMEA-112

If you have any questions please contact us at careers@westvancouver.ca




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