On-Call Part-Time Winter Salt Truck Operator

Dicam Landscaping

Hamilton

On-site

CAD 25,000 - 39,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

Dicam Landscaping is seeking Salt Truck Operators for a part-time, on-call winter roster in Hamilton, Ontario. You will safely operate a salt truck on routes prepared by plow and walks teams and spread salt to meet Dicam standards during snow events. This role offers seasonal work from November 15, 2026 to April 15, 2027.

We value reliability, safety, and teamwork. Candidates should have a G license, at least 3 years in winter operations, and be available 24/7.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years experience in winter operations, professional experience operating a salt truck preferred.
G license and clean driver's abstract required.
Able to communicate with customers, management, and co-workers in a polite and courteous manner.
Be punctual and responsive to internal communication.
On call 24/7 availability, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.
Willingness to work for long hours in various weather conditions.
Work in accordance with all local health and safety laws and regulations at the shop and on jobsites.

Responsibilities

Conduct a circle check of equipment to ensure plow is properly attached, other necessary equipment is loaded, everything is operational, and safety features are working prior to leaving the shop or parked location.
Spread appropriate amounts of salt on roadways after they have been cleared of snow.
Load and refill salt into salter as required, using a skid steer.
Operate equipment safely and obey all traffic laws at all times.
Communicate with other operators and snow manager after completing each site.
Fill out all reports and timesheets on digital app accurately and in a timely manner.
Remove all garbage from the equipment at the end of the shift.