Winter Maintenance Operator (1306-26-15)

Peterborough County; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OMERS pension enrollment

Employee assistance program

Benefits package

Job summary

Peterborough County is seeking a Winter Maintenance Operator to support snow and ice removal, salting, sanding, and road maintenance in Douro, Ontario. You will join Planning, Development & Public Works and work a day/night schedule with potential evenings and weekends during winter storms.

A Police Record Check is required, and OMERS pension enrollment is offered. The role requires operating a one-person plow truck for sanding and plowing, plus front end loaders for material transport.

Qualifications

• DZ license or higher is required.
• Experience operating an 8- to 10-speed manual tandem dump truck.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends during winter storms.

Responsibilities

• Perform winter maintenance such as sanding, salting, snow and ice removal on County roads.
• Maintain and repair services for roads and roadside areas, including traffic control and sign improvements.
• Operate equipment like tandems and loaders and assist with transport between sites as needed.

Skills

DZ license

Dump truck operation

Team player

Job description

We're on the lookout for top-tier talent to join our upper-tier municipality! If you're ready to take your career to new heights, learn from some of the best local government experts, or are just interested in being a part of positive work culture, where opportunities for growth and career advancement exist - we want to hear from you! Seize the opportunity to contribute to a future that will leave a lasting impact for generations.

Posting Details

• Application Deadline: Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 12:00pm (noon)
• Contract Start Date: October 19 to April 15, with the option to extend based on operational needs and weather conditions
• Position Status: Full-time, temporary contract until the end of the winter season
• Openings: Up to 12 vacancies
• Hourly Rate: $32.77 per hour (effective October 1, 2026)
• Hours per Week: 40 hours per week. Schedule varies according to shift assignment (day or night shift). Overtime may be available during winter storms and other weather-related operations
• Position Location: Douro, Ontario.
• Position Group: Unionized, CUPE 1306
• Competition #: 1306-26-15
• Job Description: Winter Maintenance Operator

What you'll do

As a member of Planning, Development & Public Works, the Winter Maintenance Operator will be responsible for various winter maintenance activities such as sanding, salting, snow and ice removal, and maintenance and repair services to County roads.

• Work Schedule: To ensure coverage for public safety, the Winter Maintenance Operator work schedule includes both a day and night shift; shifts will be assigned by management. You may also be required to work evenings and weekends to ensure safety and compliance during winter storms
• Road & Roadside Maintenance:You will perform activities such as traffic control (flagging), sign repair and replacement, fence and guide rail installs and replacements, road and culvert clean up and repairs, and assistance with other road maintenance duties as assigned
• Equipment Operation: You will be assisting with the maintenance of road conditions by operating a one-person plow truck for sanding, salting and plowing roads, and front end loaders to load trucks. You will be required to perform routine inspection and maintenances, and may be required to transport personnel, equipment and materials between work sites throughout the County

In accordance with County Policy, a Police Record Check that is acceptable to the County will be required as a condition of employment.

Selection Process

The selection process will take place during the week of August 31st; candidates invited to take part in the selection process will be notified via email.

This job is for you if…

• Our non-negotiables: You have a DZ license or higher. You take pride in your work and are committed to working evenings and weekends to respond to winter storms. You have experience operating an 8-10 speed manual transmission tandem dump truck
• Experience: You have experience working in labour intensive jobs such as construction, road maintenance, property maintenance, or a related field. You are comfortable operating equipment such as pickup trucks, tandem trucks, backhoes, loaders, forklifts, chainsaws, and chippers. Previous experience with snow removal, traffic control and flagging would be considered an asset
• Skills: You thrive working outside in all weather conditions. You excel when working as part of a team and know the value of a customer-based approach when communicating with members of the public. You are flexible and are comfortable with changing priorities and work tasks due to operational requirements and weather conditions
• Community: You take pride in serving a community that offers a diverse landscape, tourist attractions, a booming downtown scene, a lively arts community, and a strong local business sector. Its important to you that our County roads are maintained and safe for travel by our residents and your fellow employees
• Perks: You enjoy the freedom and flexibility of working outdoors, and tackling various weatherconditions is second nature to you. You are excited about the idea that your “office view” will change week-to-week as you explore new areas of Peterborough County!
• Benefits: You want to work for an organization that offers OMERS pension enrollment, access to an employee assistance program, and a benefits package
• Culture: You thrive in a collaborative and safety conscious environment that takes pride in serving the Peterborough community.

Accessibility

Peterborough County embraces diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process. Join us in building a diverse and inclusive workplace! If you require this information in an accessible format, please contact the People Services Department at [e-mail]. Candidates invited to participate in the selection process will be provided a full copy of the job description.