Full-Time Public Works Employee

Full-Time Public Works Employee As directed, operates the following machinery, tools and equipment to maintain and repair roads, sidewalks and associated facilities through the Municipality: Grader- plowing snow, grading roads, and excavating ditches Dump trucks- plowing snow, hauling and spreading materials Front end loader- loading trucks with granular, brush or debris, plowing snow etc Backhoe- excavating ditches Tractors- cutting roadside right of way Street sweeper Sidewalk maintenance vehicle, plowing snow, sweeping, loading trucks, cutting grass Snowplows, mowers, chainsaws, maintaining roads and ditches Install and maintain regulatory, warning information signs as per Uniform Traffic Manual In emergency situations, installs signs and re-direct traffic on a temporary basis As directed carries out a variety of duties in connection with operation of the municipal cemetery including digging and filling graves, lowering casket and landscaping areas As directed: performs a variety of mechanical maintenance on equipment including oil changes, tire repairs, painting, wiring and welding repairs and welds to major breakages in municipal equipment recommends major overhauls to Manager fabricates equipment used in department, on occasion designs such equipment As directed, carries out routine maintenance and construction of municipal buildings, including painting, electrical and plumbing work, roofing and carpentry As directed, provides equipment and supplies to contractors used in the construction of roads and other facilities (limited construction by department) Arranges for disposal of dead animals in the road allowance The requirements of the position include: Must possess a DZ Licence. 3 to 4 years of exposure to relevant equipment operations, such as trade knowledge on heavy equipment, mechanical and civil engineering. Grade 12 Diploma Heavy lifting This position is a 40-hour work week Rate of pay for 2026 Percentage of Year Rate 2026 Probation/ Year 1 80% $28.98 Year 2 85% $30.79 Year 3 90% $32.60 Year 4 95% $34.41 Year 5 100% $36.22 We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and abilities. If you are interested in this position, please submit your resume no later than 4:30 PM on Friday, August 14, 2026. All applications are appreciated; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodation under the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) will be provided upon request.

The employee is responsible for operating heavy machinery to maintain municipal roads, sidewalks, and facilities, including snow removal and ditch excavation. Additionally, they perform mechanical repairs on equipment and routine maintenance on municipal buildings and cemetery grounds.

Candidates must possess a valid DZ license and a Grade 12 diploma. The role requires 3 to 4 years of experience with heavy equipment operations and mechanical or civil engineering trade knowledge.

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• Heavy equipment operation
• Road maintenance
• Snow plowing
• Mechanical maintenance
• Welding
• Electrical work
• Plumbing
• Carpentry
• Landscaping
• Traffic control
• Equipment fabrication
• Tire repair
• Painting
• Wiring
• Civil engineering knowledge
• Tire Repairs
• Chainsaws
• Equipment Operation
• Front End Loaders
• Backhoes
• Excavation
• Changing Oil
• Plowing
• Lifting Ability
• Construction
• Electrical Wiring
• Civil Engineering
• Heavy Equipment
• Disabilities
• Haulage
• Machinery
• Mowing
• Public Works
• Roofing
• Snow Plowing
• Grading (Landscape)

• Trades
• Government & Public Sector
• Construction
• Transportation
• Public Works Employee
• Maintenance Superintendent
• Mechanical Engineering Technicians
• First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Nov 5, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week