Plow Operator – Weekend/On-call

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

Job summary

A municipal government agency in Wroxeter is seeking a Seasonal Weekend/On-Call Snow Plow Operator to maintain roads using heavy equipment and perform inspections. This role offers competitive compensation at $31.14 per hour, as per the 2025 non-union pay grid. Candidates must possess a DZ Driver License and experience operating trucks in a maintenance environment. Apply via email with your cover letter and resume. Join us at a workplace committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Maintain roads using heavy equipment.
• Carry out routine inspections and maintenance.
• Perform duties of Winter Road Patroller as needed.

Skills

DZ Driver License

Truck Operation (Tandem)

Plow Operator Training

Driver Abstract with no significant violations

Chainsaw Operation

AZ License

Job description

The Corporation of the County of Huron’s Public Works department is seeking a Seasonal Weekend/On-Call Snow Plow Operator for the Wroxeter location!

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 as soon as possible, 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.
• 20. AZ LICENSE

Competitive Compensation

• $31.14 per hour, as per the 2025 non-union pay grid.

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!

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.

Only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. 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.