Roads Operator I (Seasonal, Contract)

Tiny STR; Tiny; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Township of Tiny is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Roads Operator I in Tiny, Ontario. The role involves operating, maintaining and monitoring roads per standards, under the supervision of the Roads Operator Working Lead Hand.

This Essential Service position requires knowledge of heavy equipment and valid licences; bilingualism is an asset. Applications close Sept 24, 2026, with details provided by Human Resources.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment including backhoes, dozers, loaders, graders, street sweepers and trucks with snowplows.
• Knowledge of salt management, maintenance standards, drainage, and related regulations.
• Strong communication, record-keeping and confidentiality skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain and monitor township roads in compliance with standards.
• Work under supervision of Roads Operator Working Lead Hand.
• Treat this role as an essential service in emergencies.

Skills

Heavy equipment experience

Truck operation

Interpersonal and time management

Safety awareness

bilingual English/French (asset)

Education

High School Diploma

Diploma/certificate in heavy equipment operation

Tools

DZ Licence

AZ Licence (asset)

Job description

As the most northerly township in the County of Simcoe, the Township of Tiny offers 70km of coastline along beautiful Georgian Bay. The municipality’s approximate population of 13,000 residents at least doubles in the summer as the region is a popular destination for both tourism and cottagers due to its beautiful waterfront areas and small-town appeal.

Due to a vacancy, the Township of Tiny is currently seeking a qualified candidatefor the position of Roads Operator I.

Under the supervision of the Roads Operator Working Lead Hand, the Roads Operator I performs the operation, maintenance and monitoring of roads in compliance with applicable legislation and Township standards.

This position is deemed to be an “Essential Service” in the event of an emergency.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will meet or exceed the following qualifications:

• Excellent knowledge of heavy trucks and equipment acquired through practical experience
• Minimum 3 to 5 years’ related work experience or equivalent
• Valid Class “DZ” Driver’s Licence in good standing
• Valid Class “AZ” Driver’s Licence considered to be an asset to move float trailer
• Surface Miners Certificate
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Diploma, certificate or 3 to 5 years of related work experience in the operation of heavy equipment including backhoes, dozers, loaders, graders, street sweepers and trucks with snowplow equipment
• Knowledge of regulations relating to salt management, minimum maintenance standards, gravel pit operation, drivers hours, drainage etc.
• Good knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Good interpersonal, public relations, communication, time management and record-keeping skills
• Self-starter, able to complete all tasks independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information is critical
• Bilingualism in English and French considered to be an asset

Human Resources
Township of Tiny
130 Balm Beach Road West
Tiny, Ontario L0L 2J0
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Applications will be accepted until 12pm on September 24, 2026. We thank all applicants who apply for this position but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Township of Tiny does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, access or select applicants.

Accessible Accommodations

The Corporation of the Township of Tiny is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Please inform us should an accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.

Disclaimer

Personal information collected will only be used for candidate selection, in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act R.S.O., 1990, c.M.56.

For questions or further information:

Kimberley Ellis Department Office of the Chief Administrative Officer Position Human Resources Manager Email [e-mail] Phone [phone]