Senior Snow Worker

Town of Ajax; Ajax; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary contract Dec 1 2026 – Mar 31

Seasonal winter schedule

Respond to snow events on short notice

Job summary

Town of Ajax invites applicants for Senior Snow Worker to support the Senior Snow Removal Program, clearing snow from municipal sidewalks and driveways, and maintaining Town facilities and open spaces. Responsibilities include litter collection, helping with minor infrastructure repairs, and trail maintenance.

Role requires winter-season work, often in 12-hour shifts across days, evenings and weekends, with a 48-hour biweekly schedule and short-notice activation during heavy snowfall.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and spend long durations shoveling snow.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. at one time (benches, picnic tables, etc).
• Good customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Good time management and flexibility in adjusting between duties.
• Valid Ontario Class ‘G’ driver’s license with a clean abstract.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivery of seasonal work plans and meet service levels for senior snow applicants and Town facilities.
• Perform snow clearing of sidewalks, private driveways, trails, parking lots, and facilities.
• Operate trucks with plows and perform related maintenance tasks; collect litter and empty waste receptacles.
• Support Parks Maintenance Workers, Environmental Services staff, Gardeners and Arborists as needed.
• Contribute to general maintenance of Town equipment and materials.

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

G-class driver’s license

Job description

DepartmentOperations & Environmental ServicesJob TypeTemporaryNumber of Positions16AffiliationNon-UnionCompensation Range$24.62 - $26.77Job SummaryWe are hiring Senior Snow Workers to assist with the Senior Snow Removal Program which is a service offered to qualified seniors residing in the community. The service includes the removal of snow from the municipal sidewalk, the driveway area, path to the front door and windrow clearing. The Senior Snow Worker is responsible for delivering a wide range of services relating to the maintenance of senior snow applicants and the maintenance of Town facilities, parks, and open space. This includes the collection of litter, emptying waste receptacles, assisting with maintenance activities/minor repairs to infrastructure, assisting horticulture and forestry staff, and trail maintenance. Operating pick-up trucks with a plow/handwork for snow removal to meet winter control objectives including the Senior Snow Removal Program.Job Duties IncludeAssist with the delivery of the seasonal workplans and meet levels of service relating to the maintenance requirements for senior snow applicants, facilities, parks, and open space.Perform a variety of maintenance functions during the winter control season such as but not limited to snow clearing of private driveways, sidewalks, trails, parking lots, facilities.Operate various types of equipment such as stake trucks, pick-up trucks with plowsCollection of litter throughout the TownOperate truck maintaining Town waste containersGeneral Maintenance to Town equipmentAssist Parks Maintenance Workers, Environmental Services Workers, Gardeners and Arborists from time to time with tasks (ex: chipping brush, mulching beds, raking, shovel granular material)Qualifications/SkillsMinimum of High School Diploma.Ability to work in varying weather conditions and spend long durations shoveling snow.Ability to lift 50 lbs. at one time lifting benches, picnic tables etc.Good customer service and interpersonal skills.Good time management skills and flexibility in adjusting between a variety of duties.Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.Valid Ontario Class ‘G’ driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract.What we offer to staffCompensation: We offer competitive pay that reflects the responsibilities of the position.Contract Duration : This temporary contract is from December, 1 2026 to March, 31 2027 and staff are hired to support the Town's Senior Snow Program.Hours of Work : The position works 48 hours within a 2-week period and is scheduled to works days, evenings and weekends and shifts are up to 12-hours in length. Candidates are required to respond to work on short notice should the Senior Snow Program be activated (snowfall of 5 cm or more).How to ApplyIf this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please click the “Apply” button and apply by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date:September 13, 2026Vacancy StatementAll job postings issued by the Town of Ajax are intended to fill existing vacant positions unless otherwise stated.Are you a current Town of Ajax employee?If you are a current Town of Ajax, please apply internally through the Jobs Hub app of your Workday account in order for your application to be processed as an internal applicant.Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Town of Ajax is committed to employment equity and building a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, especially those who have been historically excluded, including Black and Indigenous people, racialized communities, disabled persons, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and others facing systemic inequities. If selected for an interview, you will be provided with an opportunity to indicate your access needs. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and respectful hiring process.If you would like to request content in an alternate format, please contact Human Resources by emailing [e-mail] .Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment. We thank all candidates in advance; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.Artificial Intelligence (AI)We utilize AI solely for the purpose of anonymizing the application process to help ensure fairness and equity. Please note that AI is not used to screen candidates or make decisions regarding their suitability for any role.