Operator

Strathmore Facilities Management Inc; Gatineau; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms

On-site parking

Training and development opportunities

Group insurance

Group RRSP

Job summary

Strathmore Facilities Management Inc. is seeking a Snow Removal Equipment Operator - Class 5 for Ottawa Central, Nepean & Barrhaven.

Seasonal work from November 1, 2026 to March 31, 2027, with fixed seasonal pay based on experience and equipment qualifications. CNESST overtime applies; opportunity for year-round landscaping work under a permanent contract, with group insurance and RRSP, subject to eligibility.

Qualifications

• 2 years of commercial vehicle driving experience required; snow removal or equipment operation experience is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 licence and clean SAAQ driving record.
• Reliable transportation to LaSalle or assigned sites, including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate snow plowing and snow removal equipment safely.
• Operate large wheel loaders and heavy snow-removal equipment.
• Use attachments such as snow pushers, buckets, blades as directed.
• Inspect equipment and report issues promptly.
• Follow site instructions and communicate with team.

Skills

Commercial driving experience

Snow removal equipment operation

Safe driving

Job description

Snow Removal Equipment Operator - Class 5

Job Description

Locations:Ottawa Central, Nepean & Barrhaven| Seasonal

TAKE THE WHEEL. COUNT ON STEADY WINTER PAY.

WHAT YOU GET

• Fixed seasonal pay based on your experience and equipment qualifications.
• Overtime paid in accordance with CNESST requirements.
• Regular pay—even when it doesn’t snow. Maintain your employment and required availability throughout the season (November 1, 2026–March 31, 2027) to receive your full seasonal compensation.
• Opportunity for year-round employment in landscaping maintenance roles under a permanent contract, with group insurance and a group RRSP, subject to eligibility.
• Uniforms and on-site parking.
• Training and development opportunities.
• A team that values safety, respect and teamwork.

THE JOB

• Operate snow plowing and snow removal equipment safely
• Safely operate large wheel loaders and heavy snow-removal equipment
• Operate equipment with snow pushers, buckets, blades, and other approved attachments
• Inspect your equipment and report any issues
• Follow site instructions and communicate with your team.

WHAT YOU BRING

• 2 years of commercial vehicle driving experience required; experience in snow removal or operating small or heavy equipment is an asset.
• Valid Class 5 licence and clean SAAQ driving record.
• Reliable transportation to LaSalle or assigned sites (including nights and weekends)
• Reliability and a commitment to safety.
• Availability for snow events and assigned shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Hours vary with weather and operational needs; no predetermined number of hours is attached to seasonal pay. Applicable minimum wage and overtime adjustments are based on actual hours worked.

Join Strathmore — a leader in commercial landscaping and snow removal for over 60 years.