Department: Public Works

Closing Date: Sep 17, 2025 4:30 PM

Competition Number: 25-106

Job Summary

The City of Nanaimo is seeking a permanent full-time Equipment Operator - Asphalt. Reporting to the Supervisor, Roads, the Equipment Operator - Asphalt carries out work in the operation, maintenance, and servicing of a variety of mobile, construction and maintenance equipment and related attachments pertaining to construction and maintenance of road right of ways, roads and laneways.  

Duties and Responsibilities

Please see the job description PDF below. 

Requirements

Applicants must have successfully completed Grade 12 and have a minimum of one year related experience with asphalt/paving equipment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Possession of a valid BC Class 3 Driver’s Licence with Air Endorsement is required.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a CUPE bargaining unit position based on a 40-hour work week, and subject to Article 1(d) - Probationary Period as set out in the Union Collective Agreement.  The hourly wage is $38.06, increasing to $40.06 after 60 working days (Jan 2025 Rates). 

Comments

Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials.

To apply for this opportunity, please submit a resume and cover letter (.docx or PDF file format) to employment.opportunities@nanaimo.ca referencing the specific competition 25-106 by the application deadline.