This posting is to fill 1 permanent full-time position.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 talented individual to join our Transportation team. This position is responsible for operating various pieces of light and heavy equipment to maintain highways, recreational roads and airstrips to acceptable standards. Duties include assessing work to be performed, terrain, weather conditions and equipment needs; supervising and assigning work to a crew of employees to ensure maintenance activities are carried out safely, efficiently and within budget. This position is also responsible for the George Black Ferry in the summer months.For more information on what we offer, terms and conditions of employment, how to apply, and tips on how to prepare and submit your resume, please visit:Essential QualificationsPlease submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.
Considerable experience operating a variety of heavy equipment (must include loader, grader, and truck) in extreme weather and snow conditions;
Experience with highway maintenance and/or road construction;
Experience supporting day-to-day operations aboard a passenger ferry
Experience leading, motivating, training and directing equipment operators in a remote environment;
Public interaction/relations experience including working with various regulatory bodies and stakeholders;
Experience with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.Desired knowledge, skills and suitabilityThe 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:
Supervisory skills
Ability to deal effectively with stakeholders
Adaptable to change
Ability to foster an environment which promotes respect, dependability and reliability
Effective communication skills
Safety and service-oriented
Dedicated to working in an environment which promotes respect, dependability and reliability
Knowledge of river safety
Willingness to learn about small boats
Conditions of EmploymentThis is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following condition(s) of employment:
Yukon Class 1 driver's license with air endorsement,
Pass TMB Competency assessment on heavy equipment (grader, loader, dump truck, and tractor-trailer).
Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate (to be obtained within 6 months of hire).
Job RequirementsThis is a designated position within the Yukon public service which requires the following job requirements:
Travel throughout the territory,
Work in adverse weather conditions,
Use personal protective equipment,
Personal tool kit,
Steel toed Work boots
Additional informationFor more information about this position, please contact: Royce Freeman, A/Northern Area Superintendent at .For more information on what is happening at HPW, we encourage you to check us out on , !If you have questions about our recruitment process or what rewarding career opportunities are available within Highways and Public Works, please contact: Joyce Figueroa, at
