Part-Time Seasonal Transportation & Public Spaces Operator

The Corporation of the Municipality of Grey Highla; Markdale; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

Professional Growth

Job summary

The Municipality of Grey Highlands is seeking a Part-time Seasonal Transportation Operator to help maintain municipal roads, perform snow removal and operate heavy equipment. The role is 20 hours per week with potential for up to 30 hours, scheduling includes early morning shifts and weekend work during winter.

You must have Grade 12, at least 2 years of heavy equipment experience, and a valid DZ license. This seasonal post runs Nov 2, 2026 to Apr 2, 2027, with benefits including a contributory

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Minimum two years of experience operating and maintaining heavy equipment.
• Valid DZ driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Safely maintains municipal transportation infrastructure, facilities and equipment for road maintenance and construction.
• Perform early morning road inspections and assist with snow removal.
• Operate heavy equipment (graders, snow plows, backhoes) as needed.
• Respond to emergencies to restore roads to safe conditions.
• Maintain equipment to ensure safe operation and report maintenance needs.
• Communicate with the public in a courteous manner.
• Follow OHSA and safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Safety awareness

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma

2+ years heavy equipment experience

Tools

DZ Driver’s License

Job description

Part-Time Seasonal Transportation & Public Spaces Operator

Seasonal Part Time Manual Labor Flesherton, ON, CA

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1018

Salary Range: $30.58 To $35.77 Hourly

The Municipality of Grey Highlands invites applications for:
Part-time Seasonal Transportation Operator

November 2, 2026 - April 2, 2027 (up to 30 hours/week)

Are you looking for a workplace where your contributions are truly valued and your professional growth is supported? At Grey Highlands, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive environment that appreciates the dedication and professionalism of our staff.

As a member of our team, you'll have the unique opportunity to work alongside inspirational community leaders and collaborate with passionate colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Together, we are shaping the future of Grey Highlands, making a meaningful impact on our community.

We offer an enriching and fast-paced role that will immerse you in the exciting development of Grey Highlands. If you're ready to take on new challenges and contribute to our ongoing success, we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer:

At Grey Highlands, we believe in taking care of our employees. Here are some of the benefits you can expect when you join our team:

• Pension Plan: All employees are eligible for our contributory pension plan (OMERS), ensuring your future is secure.
• Professional Growth: We offer numerous training and development opportunities to help you advance in your career and achieve your professional goals.

The Municipality of Grey Highlands is dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. We celebrate and welcome the diversity of all employees.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Due to a vacancy, the Municipality of Grey Highlands is pleased to invite applications for the position of Part-time Seasonal Transportation Operator. Reporting to the Supervisor of Operations, performs duties as directed to ensure safe operations and maintenance of municipal infrastructure, including all municipal road, within Grey Highlands. It should be noted that availability for emergencies, weekends and holiday shifts is a requirement of this position. Core hours for this position are from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Early call-ins may be required depending on weather conditions. If called in early, the shift schedule will be 4:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Employees are typically scheduled for 10-hour shifts. This position will be scheduled for 20 hours per week with potential for an additional 10 hours on weekends, dependent on operational requirements.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Safely maintains public transportation infrastructure, facilities and equipment for effective road maintenance and construction. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Complete early morning inspections of municipal roads. Evaluate winter road and sidewalks conditions to ensure they follow the Minimum Maintenance Standards (MMS) and determine the necessary staff/equipment required for the road/sidewalk maintenance.
• Assist staff with snow removal in downtown and parking lot areas.
• Operate heavy equipment such as graders, snow plows, backhoes, etc. for the proper maintenance of municipal roads and proper disposal of waste (gravel and pavement, sidewalks, ditches, culverts, bridges, guardrails, guideposts, signs, etc.).
• Provide safe conditions for the public (removal of ice, rubbish, tree limbs, etc.).
• Respond to emergency calls (storms and accidents) to restore roads to pre-emergency conditions, when completing roads tasks.
• Maintain equipment to ensure it is in good operational condition for safe use.
• Communicate with the public in a tactful and courteous manner.
• Work safely within the law and safe work practices/procedures (understanding and following standard operating procedures, wearing personal protective equipment, using MSDS information, ensuring all guards are in place).
• Report and record asset maintenance needs or repairs to team leader or manager in support of asset management.
• Assisting other departments as needed.
• Performing other duties as assigned in accordance with corporate objectives.

Develops and maintains good working relationships with Council, staff and the public which includes:

• Complying with all office and maintenance shop procedures
• Attending meetings, as required
• Participating in resolution of delivery service issues
• Communicating ideas, suggestions, and procedural changes which may assist the organization
• Assisting where and when needed during staff shortages and/or emergency situations
• Responding to public enquiries in a timely manner

Responsible, as an employee, for health & safety under the Occupational Health & Safety Act (OHSA). This includes, but is not limited to:

• Working safely within the law and safe work practices/procedures (understanding and following standard operating procedures, wearing personal protective equipment, using MSDS information, ensuring all guards are in place, when applicable)
• Immediately reporting unsafe acts, conditions, or contraventions of the OHSA to a supervisor, the JHSC, or a Health & Safety representative
• Maintaining a clean, orderly work area

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Education and Experience:

• Completion of OSSD (Grade 12) or equivalent.
• A minimum of two (2) years experience in the operation and maintenance of heavy equipment and machinery, preferably within a municipal setting.
• Valid DZ Driver’s License required.

Work Requires:

• Working knowledge of all applicable legislation, by-laws, and policies related to transportation services in a municipal setting.
• Working knowledge of the skilled operation of similar heavy equipment and machinery (grader, backhoe, snow-plow) and ability to make minor adjustments and repairs on equipment used.
• Ability to operate standard transmissions.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment and initiative when dealing with coworkers, supervisors, and the public.
• Ability to provide timely and courteous customer service.
• Good judgment and initiative and the ability to follow directions.
• Must be able to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Basic computer literacy and Microsoft Office skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work involves a substantial amount of heavy lifting (40-50 lbs), carrying, crawling, and climbing. Subject to the requirements of the OHSA, there may be times when the road maintenance operations continue in all weather, including severe conditions such as freezing rain, blizzards, and white outs with poor visibility and/or slippery conditions. A high degree of mental alertness is required to ensure the safety of oneself and others as working with heavy equipment, vehicles, unpredictable traffic conditions, road rage, tools and hazardous chemicals is required. There is a high risk of exposure to various risks such as dust, chemicals, smells, broken glass, and sharp objects, as well as the potential for slips when moving items.

CONTACTS

Communication with internal and external individuals is regular in this position. Internal communications may be with coworkers, TPS Team Leader, and Supervisor of Operations. External communications may be with the public, consultants, and contractors.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all applicants. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted. For more information, please visit greyhighlands.ca