Seasonal Labourer/Equipment Operator (Snow Plow)

Position: Seasonal Labourer/Equipment Operator (Snow Plow) – Multiple positions available Start Date: November 2026 Employment Status: Seasonal Reporting To: Roads Foreperson Union Affiliation: Non-union Posting Date: September 11, 2026 Closing Date September 28, 2026 at 8:30am Position Summary: The Public Works Department requires Seasonal Labourer/Equipment Operators (snow plow) for the upcoming 2026/2027 winter season. The successful candidates will be assigned a shift and plow rotation operating out of the County’s public workshops. These shifts will commence in November 2026 and end in approximately March 2027. Multiple positions are available – apply now to join our team! Primary Responsibilities: Responsible for conducting general maintenance functions for public works operations, maintaining roads and bridges in good condition Required to respond to emergency requests, road closures Provides winter maintenance for specific portions of roads. Operates snow plow and sanding/salting trucks to remove ice and snow from roads Performs routine equipment maintenance/repair tasks such as changing vehicle fluids, fueling, greasing, etc. Inspects equipment on a regularly scheduled basis and reports any mechanical concerns to the Mechanic Forwarding public complaints regarding road conditions to Road Lead hand, Roads Foreperson, Operations Coordinator, Public Works Perform daily vehicle inspections/equipment logs Patrol roads to observe/ report winter road conditions, maintenance and repairs needed Documentation of road patrols, plow routes completed, and making notes of incidents observed while on the roadway Basic knowledge of electronic devices, computers, tablets Provides information and assistance as required Performs other duties as assigned by Lead Hand, Roads Foreperson, or Coordinator Ensure that Occupational Health and Safety practices and County of Perth policies and procedures are adhered to; wear any personal protective equipment required to ensure personal safety and report any known hazards and/or incidents in the workplace to immediate Supervisor Qualifications: DZ license with a clear drivers’ abstract Secondary school diploma 1-2 years experience operating heavy machinery like payloaders Ability to do small mechanical repairs Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act Knowledge of how to assess mechanical breakdowns that require service Shift: Mornings, afternoons and rotating shifts over a 3-week cycle. Includes weekends and holidays as scheduled. Hourly Rate: $29.48/hour (based on Perth County’s 2026 salary grid) Our Benefits: OMERS Pension plan (optional for seasonal employees) Career development and training Employee and family assistance program Tuition assistance program Those interested may submit their application online at www.perthcounty.ca/employment by September 28, 2026 at 8:30am. Interviews may commence as qualified applications are received. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support the recruitment process. All hiring decisions are made and reviewed by a human decision-maker. This posting reflects existing vacancies that we are actively seeking to fill. Interviews may be done virtually. We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information is collected under MFIPPA and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment. The County of Perth is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

The successful candidate will operate snow plows and sanding trucks to maintain public roads and bridges during the winter season. Responsibilities also include performing routine equipment maintenance, conducting road patrols, and documenting road conditions.

Candidates must possess a valid DZ license and a secondary school diploma. At least 1-2 years of experience operating heavy machinery and knowledge of mechanical repairs are required.

• OMERS Pension plan • Career development and training • Employee and family assistance program • Tuition assistance program

• Vehicle InspectionPreferred

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• Snow plow operation
• Heavy machinery operation
• Road maintenance
• Vehicle inspection
• Mechanical repair
• Sanding and salting
• Occupational health and safety
• Equipment maintenance
• Electronic device proficiency
• Equipment Inspection
• Equipment Logs
• Equipment Maintenance
• Plowing
• Vehicle Inspection
• Artificial Intelligence
• Decision Making
• Heavy Equipment
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Operations
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Public Works
• Snow Plowing

• Trades
• Transportation
• Government & Public Sector
• Construction
• Equipment Operator/Laborer
• Dump Truck Driver
• Heavy Truck and Lorry Drivers
• Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Dec 10, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week