This position is part of the Public Works Operations team that resides in the Sewer Operations, Maintenance and Construction organizational unit. This is work in the safe and efficient operation, servicing and minor maintenance of a variety of heavy, mobile construction and maintenance equipment for the Water, Sewer and Roads divisions. Along with driving front-end loaders of under 3-cubic yard capacity, rubber tired mounted hydraulic backhoes, duties include completing daily pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections of the equipment and completing daily written progress reports to record the work performed. Considerable independence of judgment and action is allowed in making field decisions; the work is distinguished from that of an Equipment Operator 3 by the greater difficulty and responsibility in operating heavier and/or more complex equipment. The Equipment Operator 4A will perform related Water, Sewer and Roads division work as required and may be required to perform minor supervisory duties and assist one or more employees performing various duties related to the operation of the equipment. The successful candidate will be required to accept standby and call-out work assignments; operate a vehicle performing snow and ice control work and perform other related work as required.Qualifications include completion of Grade 12 and considerable related experience in the operation and servicing of heavy construction and maintenance equipment. Considerable knowledge of City street layout, City drainage system function and layout, and departmental operations. Ability to write simple records and reports and to supervise one or more employees. Good manual dexterity and ability to perform manual work involving considerable physical endurance. Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and the ability to plan work in order to operate the machinery efficiently and safely. A Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia, Class 5 is required.Please apply online by September 15, 2025.Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.
