Equipment Operator, Transportation & Fleet Services

Internal Job Posting #2026-35 Job Title: Equipment Operator, Transportation & Fleet Services Department: Infrastructure & Public Works Reports To: Foreperson, Transportation & Fleet Services Directly Supervises: None Status: Permanent Hours per Week: 40 Salary: $56,827.87 - $69,068.05 Application Due Date: Until filled Position Summary This position is responsible for performing the day-to-day general operations of Transportation & Fleet Services which includes roads and equipment operations and maintenance, operating light and heavy equipment, and following all safety procedures, legislation and municipal policies and procedures. Role Specific Duties and Responsibilities Equipment Operator: 1. Operate single or tandem trucks with or without attachments such as, salt and sand spreader, snow plow equipment, 2 or 4 wheel drive front-end loader, 2 and 4 wheel drive rubber tired backhoe, motor grader, street sweeper, tractor and attachments such as mower, front-mounted rotary broom, posthole auger, self-propelled roller, pickup truck. 2. Operate small equipment and hand tools such as, but not limited to, chainsaw, truck jacks, air compressor and attachments, steam jenny, posthole auger, weed eaters, grinder, portable compactors, portable water pumps, wood chipper. 3. Perform roads and equipment operations and maintenance which includes but not limited to: a. winter control which includes snow plowing and removal, sanding and salting of roads and sidewalks, and ice blading; b. patching and filling of hard top surfacing; c. general maintenance repair on roads and shoulders including hauling and spreading of aggregate materials including dust suppressants, and assisting contractors on municipal projects; d. repair, replace or install signs; e. maintaining and/or replacing culverts; and f. conducting roadway inspections and documentation relative to the job. 4. Perform maintenance and repairs on vehicles, machinery and equipment. 5. Required to assume stand-by and/or on-call duties on a rotating schedule to implement appropriate action in accordance with established policies and procedures during off-hours. General Duties and Accountabilities (All Municipal Roles) 1. Provide and maintain a high degree of confidentiality and security of information at all times. 2. Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act , and other applicable legislation, department policies/procedures/practices, operational guidelines, and perform safe work practices. 3. Perform other duties as may be assigned in accordance with department and corporate objectives. Required Certifications and/or Health and Safety Requirements 1. Valid Ontario Class “D” Driver’s License and “Z” endorsement in good standing. 2. Valid First Aid and CPR Certification. 3. Traffic control certification, chain saw and/or chipper certification, confined space entry certification, working at heights, heavy equipment certification, common core municipal pit/quarry workers and surface miners certification would be considered assets. Education, Skills and Experience 1. OSSGD preferred with courses in T.J. Mahoney Road School and/or C.S. Anderson Road School preferred. 2. Minimum 3 years’ current related experience or an equivalent combination. 3. Proven ability to work independently or as a team member, and to perform light and heavy lifting. 4. Basic computer skills involving data entry / inquiry using corporate-standard software and department, division or task specific software. 5. Proven ability to operate single or tandem trucks with attachments such as salt and sand spreader, snow plow equipment, 2 or 4 wheel drive front-end loader, 2 and 4 wheel drive rubber tired backhoe, motor grader, street sweeper, tractor and attachments such as mower, front-mounted rotary broom, posthole auger, self-propelled roller, pickup truck, small equipment and hand tools such as, but not limited to, chainsaw, truck jacks, air compressor and attachment…

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