Operator

Job summary

The operator works within a bridge maintenance crew to perform physical maintenance and operate equipment to ensure public infrastructure safety. Responsibilities include using hand and power tools and maintaining equipment across various sites in Manitoba.

Job details

OR1-4 Operator 1-4 Regular/full-time Department of Transportation and Infrastructure Bridges and Highway Structures, Engineering and Technical Services Stony Mountain MB Advertisement Number: 45482 Salary(s): OR1-4 $48,647.00 - $59,562.00 per year Closing Date: September 29, 2026 The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities). Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect until exhausted. The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure is responsible for establishing and managing public infrastructure, including: provincial highways and roads, highway bridges and structures, water and flood control works, and northern airports and marine services. Duties: The operator works with the Bridge Maintenance Crews as part of 5 to 10 person crew who perform bridge maintenance throughout Manitoba. Reporting to the Area Works Supervisor, the incumbent (OR1-4) operates and maintains maintenance equipment, small hand and power tools, and performs physical maintenance work associated with bridge maintenance activities to ensure the safety of the workers and the travelling public while maintaining public infrastructure. Qualifications: Essential: Experience performing manual/physical labour work. Experience operating hand and/or power tools, including their designs, uses, repairs, and maintenance. Effective Interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team. Ability to understand and follow instructions (oral and written) Ability to work independently and take initiative. Effective verbal communication skills. Desired: Knowledge and understanding of Occupational Safety, Health and Risk Management. Carpentry experience. Experience operating light and/or heavy duty equipment. Experience placing concrete (Forming, mixing, placing, finishing, etc.) Metal Fabrication and welding experience. Experience related to highway, bridge, roadway construction and maintenance or other equivalent construction experience may be considered. Conditions of Employment: Must be legally entitled to work in Canada Must have a valid class 5 driver’s licence and be able to upgrade to class 3 with air brake endorsement within six months of hired. Must be able to become certified in the following pieces of Core Heavy Duty Equipment: 5 ton Tandem Truck plus 2 of the following: Forklift, Skid Steer or Under Bridge Crain (training provided). Must be physically capable of performing the duties/responsibilities of the position including operating hand/power tools, operating heavy duty maintenance equipment, bending, carrying/twisting, and lifting up to 75 pounds, and able to wear personal protective equipment. Must be able work in all weather environments including extreme temperatures in both winter and summer, and around job site hazards including construction equipment, rough terrain, roadway traffic, loud noises, dust, insects, vegetation and with chemicals and fumes. Must be able to work extended hours and periods of time and travel throughout Manitoba for up to 2 weeks at a time. Apply to: Advertisement # 45482 Talent Acquisition Human Resource Services 600-259 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2A9 Phone: 204-945-7518 Fax: 204-945-0601 Email: [email protected] WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications. Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted. We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. _

What you’ll do

The operator works within a bridge maintenance crew to perform physical maintenance and operate equipment to ensure public infrastructure safety. Responsibilities include using hand and power tools and maintaining equipment across various sites in Manitoba.

Requirements

Candidates must have experience in manual labour and power tool operation, along with a valid class 5 driver's licence. Physical ability to lift 75 pounds and the willingness to travel and work in extreme weather conditions are required.

Listed skills

• Heavy equipment operation · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• Occupational safety · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Manual Labour
• Power Tool Operation
• Interpersonal Skills
• Teamwork
• Verbal Communication
• Occupational Safety
• Risk Management
• Carpentry
• Heavy Equipment Operation
• Concrete Placing
• Metal Fabrication
• Welding
• Bridge Maintenance
• Roadway Construction

Job areas

• Construction
• Trades
• Transportation
• Government & Public Sector
• Engineering