Seasonal Equipment Operator Nights – Operations Department, Roads Division (Unionized Position)[...]

County of Brant; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government entity is seeking a Seasonal Equipment Operator Nights in Ontario. The role involves operating various equipment for maintenance and repair tasks. Candidates should have strong technical skills and a valid Class D license. This seasonal position runs from mid-November to mid-April, with specific night shifts. Competitive hourly rates apply, along with a shift premium.

Qualifications

• Valid Class D license with Z endorsement required.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced team environment.
• Demonstrated safe work practices are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of light, medium, and heavy equipment for maintenance and repair tasks.
• Perform winter control operations as related to Public Works activities.
• Execute other relevant duties as assigned.

Skills

Technical and mechanical skills

Ability to operate various equipment

Good communication skills

Education

Secondary school education or equivalent

Job description

Seasonal Equipment Operator Nights – Operations Department, Roads Division (Unionized Position) – 3 Positions

Reports to: Road Superintendent
Location: Initial Placement – To Be Determined

Minimum Qualifications:

• Secondary school education or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Good technical and mechanical skills
• Valid Class D license with Z endorsement with an acceptable abstract
• Ability to operate light, medium, and heavy equipment, including but not limited to standard transmission tandem dump truck, loader/backhoe, snowplow/sander, tractors, chainsaws, weed eaters, etc.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced team environment
• Good communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Demonstrated safe work practices (in compliance with applicable legislation, i.e. Occupational Health & Safety Act, Ontario Traffic Manual Book 7, County of Brant Health & Safety Policies & Procedures, etc.)

Assets:

• Experience with and demonstrated ability to operate road grader
• Knowledge related to Public Works

Duties:

• Operate a variety of light, medium and heavy equipment, power and hand tools to perform maintenance, repair, construction tasks and winter control operations as related to Public Works type activities
• Other relevant duties as assigned

Wage:
$25.91/hour – Probationary Rate
$29.02/hour – 6 months to 1 year Rate
$32.12/hour – 12 month + Rate
Shift Premium available

Contract: Mid November – Mid April 40 hours/week
Shift Vacancy:10:30 pm – 7:00 am (Sunday - Thursday)
8:00 pm – 6:30 am (rotating shift)

The application deadline is Monday August 11, 2025 at 9:00am
Date of Posting: Thursday July 31, 2025 #LI-DNI The County of Brant is committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. Accessibility accommodations are available for all stages of the recruitment process. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise the County if you require accommodation.

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