Municipal Tractor Operator - St. Clair

City of Greater Sudbury; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Greater Sudbury is seeking a qualified operator to drive a municipal tractor with attachments for the Roads Operations team. The role involves winter month operations and contributing to safety compliance under supervision.

Qualifications include a Grade XII education, English proficiency, a valid driver''s licence, and the ability to follow maintenance instructions. This is a limited duration posting with a development opportunity if needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
• Must have a valid driver''s licence and acceptable driving record.
• Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely.

Responsibilities

• Operate municipal tractor with attachments during winter months.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of CGS'' Safety Manual and applicable Provincial Legislation.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

English fluency

Valid driver''s licence

Physical capability

Education

Secondary School (Grade XII)

Job description

Job Description

Section: Roads Operations

Division: Linear Infrastructure Services

Department: Community Infrastructure

Initial Reporting Location: St. Clair

Job Status: Limited Position

Estimated Probable Duration: October 31, 2026 to April 30, 2027

Number of Vacancies: 1

Union Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Outside Unit

Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly

Shift Work Required: Yes - shift work may be required

Rate of Pay: $31.20 per hour

The start date will follow the selection process.

Main Function: Operate municipal tractor with attachments or other similar type equipment.

Characteristic: Under the supervision of a Foreperson.

Duties

• Operate municipal tractor with attachments during winter months.
• Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Note: The above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be construed as all inclusive.

Qualifications

Education and Training:

• Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.

Experience

• Proven ability to operator a municipal tractor with attachments.
• Must have some mechanical knowledge to avoid damage to the equipment.

Other Requirements

• Ability to read and follow manufacturer’s routine maintenance instructions.
• Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
• Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
• May require the use of a CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver's licence and have an acceptable driving record.

This job is also being posted as a development opportunity. Should there be no fully qualified candidate for this position, a candidate who can be expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period of time may be considered for this position as a development opportunity.

Development opportunity rate of pay: $29.64 per hour. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced rate until the minimum qualifications have been met.

We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Friday, October 16, 2026.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.

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