Public Works Scale Operators

Big Lakes County is seeking four (4) self-motivated individuals to join our team as seasonal scale operators. This position will involve 12-hour shifts, 4 days on, 4 days off, from approximately mid-May to September 2025.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Operate the scale to weigh trucks.
• Accurately record each truck’s weight before and after loading to calculate the amount of material being transported.
• Track and log weights for each load for billing, inventory, and regulatory purposes.
• Input weight data into the system or maintain logs for internal tracking and reporting to the municipality.
• Compile and submit daily reports at the end of each shift, including the weight of materials transported and any other relevant data.
• Ensure that weight tickets and documentation are completed and submitted to the appropriate department for processing and invoicing.

Education & Experience

• Minimum grade 12 diploma.
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Operator’s.
• Must have a personal vehicle to commute to and from Drift Pile gravel pit.
• Provide current drivers abstract.

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Basic arithmetic skills to calculate load weights, conversions, and verify accurate data.
• Record keeping skills
• Must maintain confidentiality
• Must be self-motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision

Working Conditions & Physical Environment 

• Work may be performed in extreme temperatures and various outdoor conditions, including exposure to dust and fumes.
• Exposure to some outdoor conditions
• Long periods of sitting and standing.
• Shift work: 12-hour days, 4 days on, 4 days off rotation

Health & Safety

• All personnel working at Big Lakes County are governed by the County’s Health & Safety Policy.
• Ensures all operations are conducted in a safe manner and in accordance with County Policies and Occupational Health & Safety Regulations
• Required to wear correct P.P.E as per safe job procedures
• Must check in as per Working Alone legislation
• Must follow all safe job procedures

Submit Cover Letter and Resume, Including References to:

Eunice McCauley
Human Resources Manager
Big Lakes County
Box 239, High Prairie, AB T0G 1E0
Phone: 780-523-5955
[email protected]

Deadline for applications: Open till suitable candidates are found.

Big Lakes County thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Visit our website at www.biglakescounty.ca for more information.