Plow Operator – Weekend/On-call

The County Of Huron, ON; Huron-Kinloss; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A county government entity in Ontario is seeking Seasonal Weekend/On-Call Snow Plow Operators to maintain roads during winter. Applicants must hold a valid Class DZ driver license and have experience operating trucks in maintenance settings. The role offers competitive compensation at $30.67 per hour along with training and a focus on workplace diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Comprehensive benefits package

Training and mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class DZ driver license.
• 1 year of experience operating a truck in construction or maintenance.
• Completion of the Huron County Plow Operator training program.

Responsibilities

• Maintain roads to standards using heavy equipment.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance of equipment.
• Act as Winter Road Patroller as needed.

Skills

Chain saw operation

Truck operation in maintenance environment

Education

15. CLASS DZ DRIVER LICENSE

AZ LICENSE (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Post Date: September 3, 2025 Closing Date: September 26, 2025 4:30 pm
Department: Public Works Job Type: Contract

Position

The Corporation of the County of Huron’s Public Works department is seeking Seasonal Weekend/On-Call Snow Plow Operators.

Position Summary

Maintains roads according to standards using heavy equipment, routine inspection and maintenance of heavy equipment, yards, and shop. Also performs duties of Winter Road Patroller as-needed. The term of the contract will be for the winter season; approximately from November 15, 2025, to April 9, 2025.

What We Offer

At the County of Huron, we’re committed to offering a modern work environment that puts people first. We are a Certified Living Wage employer that values equity, diversity and inclusion. We offer our staff competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.

The County of Huron offers a diverse portfolio of employment opportunities. When you join our team, you’ll have the benefit of working with and learning from people who have a broad range of skills and knowledge. We offer training, mentorship, and career development opportunities to all staff. When you work for the County of Huron, you invest in the community, and you benefit from seeing the results of your efforts firsthand. It’s a great place to work!

Qualifications and Education

• 15. CLASS DZ DRIVER LICENSE
• 16. 1 YR OPERATING A TRUCK (I.E. TANDEM) IN A CONSTRUCTION OR MAINTENANCE ENVIRONMENT
• 17. SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF THE HURON COUNTY PLOW OPERATOR TRAINING PROGRAM.
• 18. DRIVER ABSTRACT WITHOUT SIGNIFICANT VIOLATIONS
• 19. QUALIFIED TO OPERATE A CHAINSAW.
• PREFERRED SKILLS: AZ LICENSE

Competitive Compensation

• $30.67 per hour, as per the 2025 non-union pay grid.

How to Apply

Please forward your letter of application and resume to humanresources[at]huroncounty[dot]ca

Submission Guidelines

• We would love to have you join our team! To apply for this position, please ensure that:
• The cover letter is a maximum of one page
• Cover letter and resume are saved together in one PDF file
• The PDF file name is your: First name Last name (e.g. Jane Smith)

We look forward to hearing from you!

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

Studies have shown that women are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles. At the County of Huron, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.

The County of Huron is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Information is collected solely for the purpose of job selection under the provisions of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Questions about this collection should be directed to the County Clerk at [phone].