Seasonal Heavy Equipment Operator and Labourer

Summary

The Township of East Garafraxa is seeking a Seasonal Heavy Equipment Operator and Labourer for its Public Works department. This role is primarily responsible for operating heavy equipment, such as tandem trucks with plows and motor graders, to maintain roads, especially during winter operations. Key duties include snow plowing, loading sand and salt, inspecting road conditions, clearing vegetation, and responding to emergency calls. The position requires scheduled shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as well as on-call rotations. Candidates must possess a Grade 12 Diploma, an Ontario DZ License with a clean abstract, and at least two years of experience operating a 13-speed manual transmission tandem truck. Experience with motor graders and municipal snow control operations is preferred. The role involves physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50lbs.