Temporary Shunt Driver

Kawartha Lakes; Lindsay; Hybrid; CAD 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Kawartha Lakes is seeking a Temporary Shunt Driver to support the transportation of City plow trucks, buses and related equipment across sites. The role involves coordinating with Fleet Supervisor, operating a range of equipment, and ensuring safe, on-time vehicle movements.

Responsibilities include maintaining electronic reports, planning equipment movement, assisting with parts and deliveries, and keeping work areas clean.

Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma
• Minimum one (1) year of related experience
• Valid Ontario Class A Driver’s Licence with Z endorsement
• Ability to read and understand current legislation (OHS Act, CVOR, HTA, MFIPPA)
• Knowledge of safe operation of loaders, tractors and other equipment
• Propane license/propane handling certificate; wheel/tire mounting; balancing/torquing; hoisting/rigging certificates; loader operation certificate
• Basic computer skills
• Effective oral communication and strong interpersonal skills; attention to detail and accuracy
• Customer service skills and teamwork
• Time-management skills with ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the transportation of vehicles and equipment for servicing and repairs in coordination with management and team members
• Operate a variety of equipment including towing/recovery gear, dump truck, front end loader, forklift, skid steer, truck and trailer; refuel City vehicles; report maintenance issues
• Maintain electronic reports and monitor/respond to work order management system requests and scheduling
• Plan equipment movement and supply pickup with teammates and contractors
• Perform minor repairs (battery boosts, tire changes, greasing, propane refills, wheel mounting, balancing, torqueing; hoisting and rigging)
• Assist with part and product pick-ups and deliveries; communicate status and drop-off times to stakeholders
• Keep work area clean; dispose of garbage and maintain shop floors/exteriors
• Provide fleet depot yard and winter maintenance (snow plowing/removal) as needed
• Maintain daily time sheets, equipment logs and hours for supervisor approval
• Follow health and safety procedures; wear PPE
• Administer procedures and suggest improvements; problem solve with crew lead/supervisor
• Collaborate to achieve outcomes; report challenges
• Respond to customer service concerns; provide information to supervisor
• Maintain documentation and records in line with MFIPPA and policies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Ontario Class A Driver’s Licence with Z endorsement

Job description

This position is responsible for assisting in the transportation of the City’s plow trucks, buses and other small-to-medium sized Public Works vehicles and equipment.

Number of available positions:

1

Date of Posting:

16/09/2026

30/09/2026

Duration (if temporary):

N/A

Location:

Lindsay, ON

Union:

Job Title: Temporary Shunt Driver

Wage: $25.76 - $27.86 (2026)

Reports To Fleet Supervisor

Department Public Works

Location Fleet Services. Work location may vary; travel throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes will be required.

Hours Temporary, full-time hours. Normal Working Hours are 40 hours per week with core working hours between 6:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. May be required to work additional hours: day, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours.

Other Combination of general shop environment and off site travel. Work in all weather conditions. including prolonged periods of heat, rain or snow, while respecting safe work practicesAttend various locations throughout the day moving vehicles and equipment between designated locations. Ability to exert up to 22.2 kg (50 lbs) of force occasionally, and/or up to 8.9 kg (20 lbs) or force frequently, and/or up to 4.4 kg (10 lbs) of force constantly to move objects

Specific to this role:

Facilitate the transportation of vehicles and equipment for servicing and repairs in coordination with management and team members

Operate a variety of equipment including, but not limited to: towing and recovery equipment, dump truck, front end loader, forklift, skid steer, truck and trailer in; fuel City vehicles and equipment, as required; report any maintenance issues to management

Maintain electronic reports and monitor/respond to work order management system requests and scheduling

Working with team members, contractors/suppliers, participate in the planning of equipment movement and supply pick up

Perform minor repairs including, but not limited to: boosting batteries, flat tire changes, greasing equipment or parts, propane refill, wheel and tire mounting; balancing and torqueing ; hoisting and rigging

Assist with part and product pick-ups and deliveries; communicate status and drop-off times to department stakeholders

Assist with the upkeep of a clean work environment by disposing of garbage, cleaning shop floor and shop exterior, as needed

Provide Fleet Depot yard and winter maintenance including, but not limited to: snow plowing and snow removal using assigned equipment, as necessary (i.e. sidewalk and pickup truck snowplow, front end loader)

As a member of the operational team:

Keep daily time sheets, equipment log sheets and hours of work log sheets for supervisor review and approval

Follow prescribed health and safety procedures including wearing personal protective equipment

Administer defined procedures and recommend solutions to challenges or process improvements

Work collaboratively with others to deliver the outcomes as defined; report any challenges to supervisor and/or manager

Respond to customer service concerns; participating in problem solving and providing information to crew lead and/or supervisor, as appropriate

Maintain documentation, databases and corporate records in accordance with policy and divisional practice; consider legislative municipal requirements such as the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA)

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Secondary school diploma

Minimum one (1) year of related experience, preferably in a municipal environment

Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class “A” Driver’s Licence with “Z” endorsement and acceptable driving record

Ability to read and understand current legislation as it pertains to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, City’s Commercial Vehicle Operators (CVOR), Highway Traffic Act, City policies, procedures and applicable legislation

Demonstrated knowledge and ability to safely and competently operate loaders, tractors and other equipment

Demonstrated knowledge of vehicle and equipment maintenance and repairs

Demonstrated ability to operate small hand tools and equipment (i.e. grinder, drill, pressure washer)

Demonstrated ability to obtain propane license/propane handling certificate; wheel and tire mounting; balancing and torqueing certifications; hoisting and rigging certifications; loader operation certificate or other licenses, as required in performance of job functions

Basic skill level with computers and related software

Effective oral communication and strong interpersonal skills; accurate and legible written communication; attention to detail and accuracy

Demonstrated customer service skills at a level to develop and maintain cooperative/collaborative working relationships both within and outside the organization

Demonstrated time-management skills with the ability to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines with minimal supervision

Upon a conditional offer of employment, a satisfactory Criminal Record Check will be required

Working Conditions

Normal working hours are 40 hours per week with core working hours between 6:30am and 5:00pm

May be required to work varied and additional hours: day, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours

Combination of general shop environment and off-site travel

Work in all weather conditions, including prolonged periods of heat, rain or snow, while respecting safe work practices

Attend various locations throughout the day moving vehicles and equipment between designated locations

Ability to exert up to 22.2 kg (50 lbs ) of force occasionally, and/or up to 8.9 kg (20 lbs ) or force frequently, and/or up to 4.4 kg (10 lbs ) of force constantly to move objects

The City of Kawartha Lakes is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

We are dedicated to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please let us know of any accommodations you may require. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met throughout the recruitment and selection process.