OPERATOR DRIVER

OPERATOR DRIVER

RUSSELL, MB

Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers!

Great Benefits

- Competitive salary and benefits package.

- Defined-benefit pension plan.

- Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life

and community.

Manitoba Hydro is a leader among energy companies in North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service and

exceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitoba's best as we continue to build a company that supports innovation,

commitment, and customer service, while actively supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.

We are seeking an experienced Operator Driver to fill a permanent full-time position in the Russell Customer Service Centre to

operate and maintain light and heavy self-propelled vehicles and auxiliary implements. Haul all types of apparatus, material and

equipment, use and operate light and heavy lifting devices and load/unload material, equipment and apparatus.

Responsibilities:

- Required to operate a Radial boom digger including RBD III.

- Will be required to remove and install poles, anchors, transformers, streetlight standards and bases in rural distribution

systems.

- Haul and handle poles, wire, material and related tools as required.

- Responsible for the operation and maintenance of all assigned vehicles and attachments.

- May be required to operate the following equipment:

- Aerial bucket truck to 55'

- Soft track vehicles over 11 343 kg (25 000 lbs) GVW rating

- Skid Steer loader, Snowmobile, ATV and UTV

- Various district related equipment & vehicles

- Perform minor repairs and lubrication on assigned vehicles and implements.

- Operate and maintain assigned vehicle in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act regulations and Manitoba Hydro standards.

- Assist with the installation and maintenance of streetlights, conductor-stringing operations at ground level and plant salvage

operations.

- Required to direct and train junior personnel.

Qualifications:

- Minimum Grade 10 education plus completion of Operator Driver II schools and one-year related experience as an Operator

Driver I and an Operator Driver II.

- Must be willing to complete the Operator Driver training program.

- Possess a valid Province of Manitoba Driver's License Class 3 with air brake endorsement.

- Possess the necessary certification and experience to operate equipment assigned to the classification.

- Possess a Manitoba Hydro Equipment Operator Certification and Operator Driver training appropriate for the equipment to be

operated. (Certified on the Radial Boom Digger III).

- Familiar with Manitoba Hydro standards and safe work procedures for installing poles, anchors, streetlight standards and

bases in the distribution systems.

- Familiar with and adhere to Manitoba Hydro safety rules and procedures, including job planning, traffic control practices,

WHMIS, handling and storage of dangerous goods and other approved safe working practices, procedures, and standards.

- Possess a thorough knowledge in practices of handling, securing, and hauling heavy equipment.

- Possess a thorough knowledge of the equipment in its use and service requirements.

MANITOBA HYDRO IS COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY AND EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

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- Possess an approved set of personal hand tools.

- Possess a valid Transportation of Dangerous Goods Certificate.

- Ability to work independently under limited supervision.

- Physically capable of performing all the duties of the position.

- Ability to use computers as required to perform daily work activities.

Salary Range

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $29.12-$39.90 Hourly,

$55,796.78-$76,451.18 Annually.

Apply Now!

Visit www.hydro.mb.ca/careers to learn more about this position and to apply online.

The deadline for applications is SEPTEMBER 29, 2025.

We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview.

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