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Works Maintenance III (E.O.II)About the City of PentictonPenticton is a vibrant, innovative waterfront city known for its commitment to sustainability, community well-being, and economic opportunity. With a strong focus on good governance, collaboration, and service excellence, the City is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors alike. As one of the most active development regions in British Columbia, Penticton features a diverse mix of large-scale and complex construction projects. Penticton has been recognized as one of Canada?s most livable cities, according to latest rankings by The Globe and Mail, ranked as the eighth most livable medium-sized city in Canada. Nationally, Penticton earned high marks for access to amenities (11th in Canada), #11 for midlife transitions and #11 for retirement, as well as #13 for young professionals. Penticton also placed within the top 20 in the categories of raising kids (#19), contributing to an overall ranking of 35th across Canada. Rooted in agriculture and surrounded by natural beauty, Penticton is known for its orchards, wineries, and craft breweries?making it one of Canada?s top wine destinations. More than 100 years since its incorporation, Penticton continues to grow as a place to live, work, and play.For more information, please visit our website at penticton.ca/ For more information about life in Penticton, please visit visitpenticton.com/About the OpportunityThe City of Penticton is looking for a permanent full-time Works Maintenance III (E.O.II) based in Penticton, B.C. The City of Penticton Public Works Department is in search of a highly skilled, energetic and motivated individual for the position of Works Maintenance III (E.O.II). The Works Maintenance III position report to the Roads Foreman and the Roads and Drainage Supervisor. The Works Maintenance III position provides skilled labor assistance as required to all work crews including the operation of various light equipment and small hand tools as assigned. These positions may also be focused on restorative work to remediate City properties including but not limited to vagrant camps and waste clean ups (additional training will be provided).Key Responsibilities: Skilled Public Works duties include, assisting all work crews, administering the street crack and crevice weed control program, sidewalk inspection program, vagrant camps clean up, waste clean ups, etc. Operates equipment including but not limited to: single axle dump truck with attachments, pickup truck, aerial bucket truck, mobile crane truck, portable generator, cut saw, jackhammer, chainsaw, weed-eater, backpack blower, tampers, plate compactor, compressor, and other various small hand tools. Performs snow removal duties, and other various Public Works duties.Required Knowledge, Abilities & Skills: Ability to read, understand and interpret construction plans and specifications. Good physical condition with sufficient strength and stamina to perform heavy manual work outside in the presence of all types of weather conditions. Excellent organizational skills and ability to effectively plan and prioritize assigned tasks and duties. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to deal with people in a courteous and professional manner. Ability to work co-operatively or independently, problem solve and exercise sound judgement. Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.Required Education, Training & Experience: Completion of Secondary School or equivalent Valid B.C. Driver?s License - Minimum of Class 5. Air Brake Endorsement and/or Class 3 considered an asset Valid Traffic Control Person Certification considered an asset Valid Industrial Vegetation and Noxious Weed Applicator Certificates considered an asset Valid Forklift Certification considered an asset Any other related workplace certificates: WHMIS, First Aid, Confined Space, Ground Disturbance, Fall Arrest are considered an assetNote: These pos