Operator 1 - Public Works

As an Operator 1 – Public Works, you'll play a key role in helping the community of Olds stay safe and mobile. Every day, you'll be responsible for maintaining and improving the roads, sidewalks, alleys, trails, and street signage that keep our town running smoothly. Your work will ensure that residents and visitors can travel efficiently and safely throughout the area.

This is an entry-level position, and while prior experience in equipment operation is an asset, it's not required. What matters most is your willingness to learn and grow in the field. To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

 

• A valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License

• A high school diploma or equivalent

• Some experience operating construction or farm equipment

• A strong desire to develop your skills in equipment operation and infrastructure maintenance

 

If you have a Class 3 Driver's License or an air brake endorsement, that’s a bonus and will be an asset in this role.

 

Located on the Highway 2 corridor, the Town of Olds has a population of just under 10,000 people and is home to Olds College of Agriculture & Technology. Our community is fortunate to have robust leisure, cultural, and recreation amenities and a strong commercial and industrial sector, all of which make us the regional hub for approximately 35,000 people. Our Public Works team, a small, dedicated, and vital group, is responsible for maintaining and improving 104 km of roads, 89 km of sidewalks, 18 km of paved trails, and 2 km of unpaved trails.

 

Typical Duties Include:

 

• Operating equipment during the summer, such as the Infrared (IR) Asphalt Paver for pothole repair or the street sweeper for roadway maintenance.

• Operating equipment during the winter, including snowplows, loaders, and skid steers, to ensure streets remain clear and safe.

• Performing line painting for road markings.

• Repairing or installing street signage as needed.

• Assist with the important task of preparing and finalizing burial plots at the Olds Cemetery.

 

A full and detailed job description is available on the Town of Olds website: www.olds.ca/careers

 

The wage range for this position is $28.56 - $32.32 per hour. Annual salary is based on a 40-hour work week. This position includes health benefits and participation in the Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP). Interested parties are invited to send a resume outlining their qualifications by December 2, 2024, at 8:30 am to:

 

Human Resources

Town of Olds

4512 46 Street

Olds AB T4H 1R5

E-mail: hr@olds.ca

 

The Town of Olds thanks all applicants, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.