WEEKEND CALL IN SNOW PLOUGH OPERATOR

Two (2) Temporary, Seasonal On-Call Position

Non-Union

The Township of Springwater, located in the heart of Simcoe County, is a mixed urban/rural municipality with growing urban settlements and a prosperous agricultural sector.  The municipality is currently recruiting for two (2) existing temporary, casual seasonal Weekend Call-In Snow Plough Operators to work from mid-November 2026 to mid-April 2027.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

The usual responsibilities of the position are:

• The usual responsibilities of the position are:
• Operate heavy trucks equipped with winter control equipment;
• Maintain accurate timesheet material haul records and hours of work logs in accordance with municipal policy and provincial legislation;
• Perform regular safety inspections of all operated equipment and ensure departmental equipment is kept in good working order;
• Assist work crews in a winter road maintenance work environment; and
• Carry out other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 2-5 years’ related work experience, preferably in a public works operation.
• Completion of Secondary School Diploma, certificate in heavy truck operation or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent knowledge of and experience with the operation of heavy trucks, snow ploughs, and winter maintenance equipment
• Ability to carry out manual labour requiring physical dexterity for construction and maintenance efforts of the department in all weather conditions.
• Good interpersonal, public relations, oral communication, time management and record-keeping skills are required.
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and safety procedures
• Availability for weekend shifts and willingness to work on a call-in, as needed basis which will involve early mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends
• A Valid Class AZ or DZ driver’s license in good standing with a satisfactory driving record is required.
• Due to the responsibilities of the position, a police information check satisfactory to the Township of Springwater is required.

RATE OF PAY

Compensation for this position is $27.63 per hour (2026 rate) plus statutory holidays, standby pay and vacation pay as per the Employment Standards Act and applicable stand-by.

HOURS OF WORK

From mid-November 2026 to mid-April 2027, variable work hours will be determined on a call-in basis involving primarily weekend work with the potential of mid-week shifts if available. The schedule will be contingent on weather conditions to complement existing available man-hours up to a maximum of 24 hours per week. There are no guaranteed hours or a set working schedule, however standby pay will be applicable for available weekends and holidays. Shifts on weekends and statutory holidays are required. 

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online by visiting www.springwater.ca/careers [https://www.springwater.ca/careers].

Closing Date: August 21, 2026

Vacancy Status: Two (2) existing temporary, casual seasonal on-call positions

Note: Applications that are not submitted online will not be considered. All applicants must provide a valid email address for communication purposes. Written correspondence pertaining to this recruitment may be sent to the email address provided. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they check their email regularly. The Township may use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select candidates. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment.

This job posting reflects the general responsibilities and requirements of the job and does not include all the work requirements of the job.

The Township thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

ACCESSIBLE ACCOMMODATIONS

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