Salt truck operator

Tobermory; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Free parking

Employer-paid training

Job summary

1488573 Ontario Inc. in Kitchener, Ontario is seeking a Salt truck operator to join our seasonal/part-time team, with shifts including Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, On Call, and Flexible Hours.

You will operate salt and snow-related vehicles, inspect and maintain equipment, and report any malfunctions while working in cold, noisy environments. This role requires 2–3 years of related experience and strong communications.

Qualifications

• English fluency required.
• There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
• The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of related experience.
• Able to lift up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexible and willing to work long hours in varied conditions.
• Capable of acting on their own initiative and functioning as a team player.
• Must be able to work in wet/damp and cold/refrigerated environments.
• Ability to work in a noisy work site and maintain concentration.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, lubricate, refuel, and clean equipment.
• Operate salt, sanding, snow transport trucks, and snowplough.
• Notify supervisor of any malfunctions.
• Adhere to safety procedures and driver checks.

Skills

Fluent English

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Flexible

Initiative

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Tools

Salt truck

Sanding truck

Snowplough

De-icing sprayers

Job description

1488573 Ontario Inc. based in Kitchener, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Salt truck operator who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Seasonal employment or Part time job. The shift timings include Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, On Call, Flexible Hours, To be determined, Early Morning and Morning.

Employer Name: 1488573 Ontario Inc.
Position: Salt truck operator
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: $31.00 to $35.00 hourly for 30 to 70 hours per week
Employment type: Seasonal employment, Part time
Location: Kitchener, ON

• The candidate must inspect, lubricate, refuel, and clean equipment.
• The candidate must be able to operate a variety of vehicles and equipment.
• The candidate will be required to notify the supervisor of any malfunctions.

Job Requirements

• The candidate should be fluent in English language.
• There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
• The ideal candidate will have at least 2 to 3 years of experience in a related industry.
• The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
• The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
• The candidate should have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• The candidate should be flexible.
• The candidate must be capable of acting on their own initiative.
• The candidate should be a good team player.
• The candidate must be able to work in wet/damp and cold/refrigerated conditions.
• The work site environment is noisy, and the candidate must be able to work with complete concentration even in such conditions.

Work Setting

• The candidate will be required to work in the shop.
• The candidate must be willing to work in a rural area.
• The candidate will be required to work in various locations.

Experience and Specialization

Truck or Equipment Experience

• The candidate must have prior experience with a salt truck, sanding truck, snow transport truck, and snowplough.

Vehicle and Equipment Experience

• The candidate must have prior experience with de-icing sprayers.

Area of Work Experience

• The candidate must have prior experience removing snow.

Additional Information

Security and Safety

• The candidate should be subjected to a thorough driver’s licence validity check, driving record check (abstract), and drug test.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should have an eye for details.
• The candidate must be willing to work long hours in sitting, standing, and walking positions.
• The candidate must have excellent hand eye coordination.
• The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in sitting positions
• The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.

Own Tools/Equipment

• The candidate must have their own gloves and steel-toed safety boots.
• Financial, Long term and Other benefits will be provided to the selected candidate.
• Under Financial benefits, the selected candidate will receive Bonus.
• Under Long Term Benefits, the selected candidate will receive additional benefits.
• In addition to the Financial and Long-term benefits mentioned above, the selected candidate will receive free parking and employer-paid learning/training.