Public Works Equipment and Road Maintenance
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Public Works Equipment and Road Maintenance Operator - Full Time
The Rural Municipality of Oakview features the communities of Oak River, Cardale, Rapid City and Basswood within a total area of 1120 square km, and a population of approximately 1630 residents.
Under supervision of the Manager of Public Works the successful applicant will operate municipal equipment, perform regular maintenance on all municipal equipment and any attachments, maintain municipal roads and ditches. General duties include operating municipal equipment as and when required to maintain roads and ditches, streets, lanes, public spaces (grading in the summer and snow plowing in the winter). Check on road signs and replace any that are in disrepair or are missing, mark roads with proper signage if required, recondition machinery in off season, and all other duties as prescribed.
Although work will be primarily assigned in a designated area, either urban, utility, or rural, assistance may be required by other Public Works Departments. Assistance must be given based on qualifications, availability, ability, and need.
Applicants should have experience operating and maintaining heavy equipment including, but not limited to, graders, loaders, gravel trucks, mowers, etc. Have good mechanical aptitude. Be willing to learn and continue professional development efforts. Have a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver's License, and Class 3 Drivers License would be an asset.
The right candidate can expect a comprehensive salary and benefits package consistent with the collective agreement to be negotiated.
Individuals interested in this position should send a resume and cover letter to CAO Mark Humphries RM of Oakview, PO Box 179, Oak River, MB, R0K 1T0, or email cao@rmofoakview.ca. The selection committee intends to review applications as early as February 18, 2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until the right candidate is found.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Ref# 184849
Public Works Equipment and Road Maintenance Operator - Full Time
The Rural Municipality of Oakview features the communities of Oak River, Cardale, Rapid City and Basswood within a total area of 1120 square km, and a population of approximately 1630 residents.
Under supervision of the Manager of Public Works the successful applicant will operate municipal equipment, perform regular maintenance on all municipal equipment and any attachments, maintain municipal roads and ditches. General duties include operating municipal equipment as and when required to maintain roads and ditches, streets, lanes, public spaces (grading in the summer and snow plowing in the winter). Check on road signs and replace any that are in disrepair or are missing, mark roads with proper signage if required, recondition machinery in off season, and all other duties as prescribed.
Although work will be primarily assigned in a designated area, either urban, utility, or rural, assistance may be required by other Public Works Departments. Assistance must be given based on qualifications, availability, ability, and need.
Applicants should have experience operating and maintaining heavy equipment including, but not limited to, graders, loaders, gravel trucks, mowers, etc. Have good mechanical aptitude. Be willing to learn and continue professional development efforts. Have a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver's License, and Class 3 Drivers License would be an asset.
The right candidate can expect a comprehensive salary and benefits package consistent with the collective agreement to be negotiated.
Individuals interested in this position should send a resume and cover letter to CAO Mark Humphries RM of Oakview, PO Box 179, Oak River, MB, R0K 1T0, or email cao@rmofoakview.ca. The selection committee intends to review applications as early as February 18, 2026; however, applications will continue to be accepted until the right candidate is found.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Ref# 184849
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