Operator/Labourer - Seasonal Winter

Township of Perth East; Milverton; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OMERS Pension Plan

Job summary

Township of Perth East is seeking an Operator/Labourer for the winter season to maintain roads and public property. You will operate graders, dump trucks, and snow ploughs, perform sanding and ice blading, and respond to emergencies to restore roads.

The role runs November 2026 through March 2027 with a 44‑hour week and potential overtime. A DZ license is required; AZ/AR assets are a plus, and a criminal background check is required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year experience with equipment; willingness to learn.
• DZ driver’s license required; AZ/AR assets.
• Chainsaw operation and first aid certificates are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate graders, dump trucks, and snow ploughs and other road maintenance equipment.
• Perform winter maintenance and road repairs in rural and urban areas.
• Repair signs and replace/install road hardware; clear snow and ice.
• Respond to emergencies to restore roads to pre-emergency conditions.
• Maintain vehicles, machinery, and perform basic mechanical repairs.
• Maintain neat, safe work areas and follow safety regulations.

Skills

DZ license

Chainsaw operation

First aid cert

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Physical dexterity

Independent worker

Safety conscious

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Equipment operation tools

Job description

Operator/Labourer - Seasonal (Winter) Full-Time

5-Month Contract

Job ID - PW-16-2026

Position Overview:

Under the supervision of the Township of Perth East (the “Township”) Roads Supervisor and Manager of Public Works, the Operator/Labourer is responsible to maintain the high standard of the Township’s rural and urban roads, streets and adjacent public property, keeping them in good condition for the safety and convenience of the public during the winter months (November 2026 – March 2027).

Core Responsibilities:

• Operates graders (for grading, snow ploughing, scarifying and ice blading), dump trucks
• (tandem and triaxle) with snow plough, scarifier and sander, sidewalk tractor with snow plough or snowblower and salter, water tank and dump attachments, loader, backhoe, pickup truck, chain saws, woodchipper, other power and hand tools.
• Carries out winter maintenance, general road maintenance and repair services in rural and urban areas.
• Repairs washouts caused by heavy rain and winter break up.
• Repairs, replaces and installs road signs.
• Removes snow from urban and residential areas.
• Carries out sanding and ice blading, brush, tree and rubbish clearing including clearing brush and trees as required.
• Removes hazardous and dead trees, limbs and rubbish from roadsides and adjacent areas.
• Checks and maintains streets, and sidewalks.
• Responds to emergency situations (storms and accidents) to clear roads and to restore them to pre-emergency conditions.
• Services and maintains vehicles, machinery, equipment, and tools including oil changes, lubrication, filters, washing and painting.
• Completes mechanical repairs including replacement of hoses, lights, wiring, starters, alternators and tires.
• Conducts metal fabricating and welding on machinery including replacing plough blades and other attachments to trucks and graders
• Keeps work areas, garages and drive sheds in a neat, clean, safe condition.
• Follows the Township’s Health and Safety policies and procedures, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ministry of Labour Immigration, Training and Skills Development, Ministry of Environment and other regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
• Provides support and back up to other departmental staff as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year previous work experience, preferably working with equipment and a demonstrated willingness to learn
• Class DZ driver’s license is required.
• Class AZ and Class A Restricted (AR) driver’s license is considered an asset.
• Certificates in chainsaw operation and first aid are considered assets.
• Mechanical and technical ability to operate vehicles, machinery, equipment and tools in a safe and proper manner.
• Skilled in physical and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work independently as well as effectively in a team.

Working Conditions:

• Working outside in all weather conditions including cold and wet. Possible exposure to severe storm and winter conditions involving white outs, slippery conditions, and fallen tree limbs.
• Works with interruption and is expected to meet deadlines. Exposure to disagreeable people and situations, including unpredictable traffic and road rage can be expected.
• May work in confined spaces, trenches and on uneven ground. Work requires some heavy lifting, carrying, climbing and crawling.

Position Details:

• Working hours are 44 hours per week.
• Overtime may be required during peak periods and in emergency situations.
• 2026 Hourly Pay Range - Grade 7: $27.78 - $34.72 per hour
• OMERS Pension Plan optional enrollment
• Criminal Background Check is required for all Employees over 18 years of age (cost to be reimbursed by the Township upon submission of receipt).

Competition Closes: September 18, 2026, at 12 P.M noon.

We appreciate all responses and advise only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, and will be used of the purpose of candidate selection. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Requests for accommodation can be sent to our Human Resources department at [e-mail] or at 519-595-2800 ext. 258.