Equipment Operator Iii
Posted on May 6, 2026 by City of Kelowna
- Kelowna, Canada
- N/A
- Full Time
Position Details
Posting Information
Posting Number
CK54102P
Position Title
Equipment Operator III
No. of Staff Required
1
Position Type
FT
If Term position, enter length of Term in months
N/A
Position Groups
CUPE Civic
Division
Infrastructure (DV220)
Department
Roadways Operations (DP212)
Department Name
Roadways
Branch
Roads (BR189)
Organizational Information
Purpose of your Position - Non Union
Classification Summary - Union
An Equipment Operator III operates and maintains heavy mobile equipment according
to proper competency standards, safety practices and regulations. Performs manual
work.
to proper competency standards, safety practices and regulations. Performs manual
work.
Duties - Union
- Operates heavy equipment and trucks with various attachments (e.g. tandem axle dump trucks, crane trucks with rigging, roadside mowers, truck -mounted plows (snow & ice control), street sweeper, asphalt and oil distributor trucks, and other construction /maintenance equipment).
- May supervise and provide “crew -leader” direction to co-workers and contractors on specific job requirements, on a project basis.
- Performs routine inspection, maintenance, lubrication and fueling of equipment.
- Uses hand tools for routine maintenance and changing of attachments.
- Refers equipment for mechanical repair and services as required.
- Responds to routine public enquiries; maintains written records of work performed.
- Performs manual work as required.
Results and Activities - Non union
Credentials - Union
- High school graduation or equivalent
- Experience
- BC Drivers License – Class 3 with Air Ticket
- City of Kelowna Certification (on designated equipment/trucks)
Knowledge - Non Union
Skills & Abilities - Non Union
Competencies
- Flexibility
- People management
- Service Excellence
Posting Text
Physical Demands
This can be a physically demanding job depending on the needs of the day.
Class 1 needed for truck and pup
Class 1 needed for truck and pup
Special Instructions to Applicant
Please ensure that you have a resume and Driver’s Abstract to attach, as these are required documents when applying to this posting. If you do not currently possess a Driver’s Licence, or are waiting to receive a Driver’s Abstract, you are still eligible to apply. Please upload a word document stating “Driver’s Abstract is on order” or “Do not possess a Driver’s Licence”.
Additional Hiring Information
Testing may be required. If no fully qualified candidates apply, those not fully qualified may be considered for a training opportunity. Training rates will apply.
The City of Kelowna is committed to being an organization that values and reflects its community’s diverse population, and to fostering an equitable, inclusive and progressive work environment where everyone can be their authentic self and feels a sense of belonging.
Pay Rate
$35.60 per hour
Posting Date
05/06/2026
Closing Date
Days of Work
Monday to Friday with seasonal changes and weekend standby during winte
Standard Hours per Day
8
Hours of Work
7:00am to 3:30pm with changes for winter operations.
Work Location
PUBLIC WORKS OFFICE/ YARD
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Driver's Abstract
- Other Document 1
- Other Document 2
- Other Document 3
- Other Document 4
Advertised until:
June 5, 2026
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