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Equipment Operator [NB Power]

New BrunswickFull-time

3mo

Equipment Operator

Three (3) Regular positions

Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada

Competition # E21436-2024

At NB Power we are a team, committed to offering the best customer experience, ensuring energy security, and accelerating a sustainable clean energy transition. Why? Because we're New Brunswickers too, we care about our customers and future generations, and today we are actively looking for a new member to join us.

As part of the Dispatch team, the Equipment Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation, inspection and maintenance and operation of heavy equipment as well as the transportation of materials and equipment in compliance with federal and provincial regulations. Work also includes the pickup and delivery of materials and equipment for other work groups.

Key Functions Include

  • Operating boom trucks, off road Crains, pole loaders, tractors with blade and winch or other attachments, excavators, tractor-trailer units, highway or off-road diggers and carriers, brush-cutting equipment, truck or track-mounted air compressors, and portable gasoline engines for the construction of distribution and transmission lines in both energized and de-energized environments.
  • Loading, providing guidance, and/or assisting in the loading, transporting, and unloading of equipment and materials being moved in compliance with federal and provincial regulations as well as ensuring associated documentation is complete and accurate.
  • Performing routine inspections, minor repairs, and service of the equipment as necessary and maintain the vehicle logbook for all vehicles operated. Assisting others with labour-related duties when not operating equipment.

Our Ideal Teammate Will Have

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Valid Class 1E driver's license with Airbrake Endorsement AND No Restrictions
  • Three years of experience operating the following:
  • Excavator
  • Bulldozer
  • Float Truck
  • o Boom truck experience would be an asset
  • o Pole loader experience would be an asset

An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be modified.

An Eligibility List generated from this competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level within a period of up to 12 months.

We care for our team, and as a member you will have access to:

  • Health & Dental plans that provide flexible options to meet your needs
  • Health Spending Account, allowing for further flexibility
  • New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan, offering retirement financial security
  • Wellness options, including our Employee Family Assistance Program
  • Benefits that allow for financial protection in the event it is needed
  • Various options for paid or unpaid leaves
  • Representation of the IBEW Local 37 Union
  • Career development and growth throughout the organization
  • Competitive wages

Could you be our next team member? Apply today!

Please ensure a resume and a copy of your degree/diploma/certificate are attached to your online application.

NB Power will accept foreign credentials if they are considered acceptable by a recognized Canadian educational institution. Candidates with foreign education credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Any applicable fees are the responsibility of the candidate. For more information, you may refer to the Canadian Information Centre of International Credentials

To be considered for this employment opportunity you must be eligible to work in Canada.

For questions concerning this job opening please contact Tracey Gorman at [email protected].

Please note that only applications submitted through the NB Power website will be considered, as the showing of our postings on various websites may not have been requested or approved.

Closing date: 11:59 p.m. AST, October 15, 2024

NB Power is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.