Government of Yukon -> Highways and Public Works - Transportation Maintenance Payroll

Location

Job Type

Permanent

End Date

Full/Part Time

Full time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

80

Classification

OS10

$39.69 - $39.69

Union

YEU

Days Off

As Per Rotation

Travel

25%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference .

Job Summary and Requirements

This competition is to fill a full-time permanent position in Stewart Crossing

Join Our Team at the Department of Highways and Public Works!

Are you ready to make a positive impact on Yukon communities? The Department of Highways and Public Works provides the necessary structure that makes life in Yukon possible. Together, we are committed to uphold the values of safety, innovation, teamwork, and leadership in our everyday work.

We are currently seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator II (HEOII) to join our Transportation team. This position is responsible to operate graders, tractor trailer and a variety of light and heavy equipment, supporting the construction and maintenance of highways, recreational roads, airstrips, and other facilities across Yukon. Join us and help keep these vital routes in top condition for safe public travel!

Experience operating a grader.

Experience operating various heavy equipment such as dump trucks, loaders or other equipment.

Experience performing minor maintenance or servicing of equipment, including greasing, adjusting brakes, changing oil, filters,



or air filters.

Experience completing pre-trip and post-trip inspections or other safety procedures.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

The ideal candidate will possess these qualifications, skills and knowledge, but also demonstrate suitability for the role and organizational culture. Key competencies for success in this role include:

Safety and service orientation

Dedicated to working in an environment that promotes respect, dependability, and reliability

Motivation to learn

Self-motivated and adaptable to changing conditions

Willing to work to contribute to the team environment

Conditions of Employment

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following condition(s) of employment:

Yukon Class 3 driver’s licence with air endorsement

Yukon Class 1 driver’s licence with air endorsement (to be obtained within 6 months of hire),

Pass TMB Competency assessment on heavy equipment (grader, loader, dump truck or tractor trailer).

Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate (to be obtained within 6 months of hire).

Job Requirements

This is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following job requirements:

Travel throughout the territory,

Working in adverse weather conditions,

Use personal protective equipment,

Personal tool kit.

Additional information

For more information about this position, please contact: Royce Freeman, Northern Area Superintendent at [email protected] .

For more information on what is happening at HPW, we encourage you to check us out on Yukon.ca and Facebook !

If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within Highways and Public Works, please contact: Katrina Dobush, at [email protected]

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📌 Heavy Equipment Operator II (Yukon)
🏢 Government of Yukon
📍 Yukon