Equipment Operator II (Urban Forestry) / Labourer II (Snow and Ice Control) Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 54612)

Description

Are you ready to play a vital role in keeping Edmonton beautiful in the summer and safe in the winter? We are looking for a dedicated and versatile individual to join our Parks and Roads Services team as an Equipment Operator II / Labourer II. This unique position offers the variety of supporting our Urban Forestry initiatives during the summer months and Snow and Ice Control (SNIC) activities during the winter. If you enjoy physical work, operating heavy machinery, and making a tangible difference in our community, we want to hear from you!

This position is essential for the year-round maintenance and operational delivery of City services. During the summer season, you will be responsible for the safe transport and delivery of caliper trees from the Old Man Creek Tree Nursery to various planting sites across the City. When winter arrives, your focus will shift to snow removal and ice control at various locations to ensure the safety and accessibility of our shared spaces. You will operate a range of equipment, from 5-ton tandem trucks to specialized tractors and ice resurfacers. This role requires a high level of accountability, a commitment to safety, and the ability to adapt to changing seasonal requirements. You will work closely with internal teams and interact with members of the public to provide excellent service.

What will you do?

As an Equipment Operator 2 in the Summer:

• Operate a 5-ton tandem truck and trailer to deliver caliper trees to various planting sites across the City
• Collaborate with your team to load and unload trees, following safe rigging and lifting practices
• Manage tree shipments and disposal, including the daily transport of root plugs to the Edmonton Waste Management Center ensuring all loads are secured and tarped according to National Safety Code (NSC) regulations
• Conduct daily pre- and post-trip equipment inspections, documenting any issues and performing minor maintenance to ensure everything is ready for work
• Complete and organize essential paperwork, including hazard assessments (FLHAs), work logs, and daily task cards
• Participate in duties around the Nursery as assigned including operation of skid steers, track loaders, tractors and manual labour tasks
• Maintain shrub beds through active planting, pruning, weeding, and watering as needed

As a Labourer 2 in the Winter:

• Perform snow removal and maintenance for parking lots, sidewalks, and outdoor ice surfaces using specialized plow trucks and tractors as well as a variety of hand tools and walk behind equipment
• Support the construction and maintenance of outdoor skating rinks using 3-ton water trucks and ice resurfacers
• Conduct daily pre- and post-trip equipment inspections, documenting any issues and performing minor maintenance to ensure everything is ready for work
• Utilize hand tools like shovels and chippers to clear snow and maintain park facilities for public access
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with collaborators and engagement participants when providing information about maintenance activities
• Complete and organize essential paperwork, including hazard assessments (FLHAs), work logs, and daily task cards