Municipal Tractor Operator (St. Clair)

Greater Sudbury; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Greater Sudbury is hiring for a Roads Operations role in the Linear Infrastructure Services division. The primary duty is to operate a municipal tractor with attachments, especially in winter, under the supervision of a Foreperson. Requirements include Grade XII and basic mechanical knowledge.

Other duties may be assigned. The position offers a development opportunity with a reduced rate until qualifications are met, and the start date follows the selection process.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.
• Experience operating a municipal tractor with attachments.
• Ability to read and follow maintenance instructions and safety manuals.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Tractor operation

Mechanical knowledge

Reading maintenance instructions

English proficiency

Education

Secondary School Diploma (Grade XII)

Tools

CGS Safety Manual

Maintenance manuals

Job description

Section: Roads Operations

Division: Linear Infrastructure Services

Department: Community Infrastructure

Initial Reporting Location: St. Clair

Job Status: Limited Positions

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

Number of Vacancies: 2

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:

1. Operate municipal tractor with attachments during winter months.
2. Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
3. 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. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.

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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