Equipment Operator – Operations Department, Roads Division (Unionized Position) – 2 Positions

County of Brant; Ontario; On-site; Full time

Job summary

The County of Brant is seeking Equipment Operators for the Operations Department, Roads Division. These unionized positions require technical and mechanical skills, a valid Class D license, and the ability to operate various types of equipment. Successful candidates will perform maintenance and repair tasks in a fast-paced team environment. The hourly wage ranges from $25.91 during probation to $32.12 for full-time work, and applications are due by June 30, 2025.

Qualifications

• Valid Class D license with Z endorsement with acceptable abstract.
• Experience with operating heavy equipment.
• Knowledge related to Public Works.

Responsibilities

• Operate light, medium, and heavy equipment for maintenance and construction tasks.
• Perform winter control operations related to Public Works activities.
• Execute other relevant duties as assigned.

Skills

Technical skills

Mechanical skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Secondary school education or equivalent

Job description

Equipment Operator – Operations Department, Roads Division (Unionized Position) – 2 Positions

Reports to: Road Superintendent

Location: Initial Placement – To be determined

Minimum Qualifications:

• Secondary school education or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Good technical and mechanical skills
• Valid Class D license with Z endorsement with an acceptable abstract
• Ability to operate light, medium, and heavy equipment, including but not limited to standard transmission tandem dump truck, loader/backhoe, snowplow/sander, tractors, chainsaws, weed eaters, etc.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced team environment
• Good communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Demonstrated safe work practices (in compliance with applicable legislation, i.e. Occupational Health & Safety Act, Ontario Traffic Manual Book 7, County of Brant Health & Safety Policies & Procedures, etc.)

Assets:

• Experience with and demonstrated ability to operate road grader
• Knowledge related to Public Works

Duties:

• Operate a variety of light, medium and heavy equipment, power and hand tools to perform maintenance, repair, construction tasks and winter control operations as related to Public Works type activities
• Other relevant duties as assigned

Wage:
$25.91/hour – Probationary Rate
$32.12/hour – Full Time Rate

Hours of Work: 40 hours/week

The application deadline is Monday June 30, 2025 @ 9:00AM #LI-DNI

Date of Posting: Wednesday June 18, 2025
The County of Brant is committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. Accessibility accommodations are available for all stages of the recruitment process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise the County if you require accommodation.

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