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Winter Labourer

  • Kitchener, ON
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 16, 2026
  • 1 position

$25 / hour

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Employment type
Temporary, Seasonal
Posting language
English

Job summary

You will be responsible for clearing snow from sidewalks and entryways using hand tools or heavy equipment. Additionally, you will apply salt or ice melt and perform routine equipment checks to ensure safety and operational efficiency.

Job details

Ready to take on winter head-on? Markstone Group is hiring reliable, hardworking individuals to join our snow removal team as Winter Operators and Labourers, helping keep commercial properties safe, clear, and accessible all season long. This is a physically active, outdoor role ideal for individuals who take pride in their work, enjoy being outdoors, and are dependable during critical snow events. Position Overview As part of our snow operations team, you will be responsible for clearing sidewalks, entrances, and other designated areas on commercial properties. Depending on experience and assignment, you may be shoveling snow by hand or operating sidewalk equipment such as skid steers or sidewalk tractors. Shifts may occur during early mornings, late evenings, or overnight, depending on weather conditions. Key Responsibilities Shovel snow from sidewalks, entryways, and designated areas Operate sidewalk equipment (skid steers or sidewalk tractors) safely and efficiently, when assigned Apply salt or ice melt as needed for safety Respond promptly during snow events and work efficiently under time-sensitive conditions Perform basic equipment and tool checks, reporting any issues to supervisors Work collaboratively with crew leads and team members to complete routes on schedule Follow all company safety protocols and wear appropriate winter gear Compensation $25/hr w/ 20 hours guaranteed! Requirements & Qualifications Strong work ethic and reliability during snow events Ability to work in challenging winter weather and perform physical labour Valid G driver’s license and reliable transportation Cell phone with a data plan Willingness to work flexible hours, including overnight shifts during snow events Experience in snow removal or operating small equipment is an asset but not required — training is provided Safety-focused with strong communication and teamwork skills If you’re ready to work hard, earn great pay, and be part of a team that takes pride in keeping communities safe all winter long, apply today and join Markstone Group’s snow team.

What you’ll do

You will be responsible for clearing snow from sidewalks and entryways using hand tools or heavy equipment. Additionally, you will apply salt or ice melt and perform routine equipment checks to ensure safety and operational efficiency.

Requirements

Candidates must have a strong work ethic, a valid G driver's license, and reliable transportation. You must be willing to work flexible, physically demanding hours in challenging winter weather conditions.

Listed skills

  • Communication · Preferred
  • Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Snow removal
  • Shoveling
  • Skid steer operation
  • Sidewalk tractor operation
  • Ice melt application
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Physical labour
  • Operations
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Productivity Improvement
  • Snow Removal
  • Commercial Real Estate

Job areas

  • Trades
  • Construction
  • Transportation
  • Security & Safety
  • Labourer
  • Laborer
  • Manufacturing Labourers Not Elsewhere Classified
  • Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand

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