Seasonal Labourer/Equipment Operator (Snow Plow)

Milverton, ON, Canada

Hourly Rate:$29.48/hour (based on Perth County’s 2026 salary grid)Our Benefits: · Temporary

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Pay: Hourly Rate:$29.48/hour (based on Perth County’s 2026 salary grid)Our Benefits:
Job type: Temporary
Apply by: May 12, 2027
Experience: 1-2 years experience operating heavy machinery like payloaders
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 19, 2026

Original job description

Position:Seasonal Labourer/Equipment Operator (Snow Plow)
Start Date:As soon as possibleEmployment Status:SeasonalReporting To:Roads ForepersonUnion Affiliation:Non-unionPosting Date:September 11, 2026Closing DateNovember 23, 2026 at 8:30amPosition Summary:The Public Works Department requires a Seasonal Labourer/Equipment Operator (snow plow) for the upcoming 2026/2027 winter season. The successful candidate will be assigned a shift and plow rotation operating out of the County’s public workshops. These shifts will commence as soon as possible and end in approximately March 2027.
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 November 23, 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.

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Responsibilities

Operate snow plows and sanding or salting trucks to maintain assigned roads during winter, respond to emergencies, and patrol roads to report conditions and required repairs. Conduct vehicle inspections, routine equipment maintenance, and documentation, while following workplace safety requirements and County policies.

Requirements

Applicants must have a DZ license with a clear driver’s abstract and a secondary school diploma. The role calls for 1–2 years of heavy machinery operating experience, the ability to perform minor mechanical repairs, and knowledge of occupational health and safety and mechanical breakdown assessment.

Skills

Snow Plow Operation
Heavy Equipment Operation
Winter Road Maintenance
Road Patrol
Equipment Inspection
Routine Equipment Maintenance
Minor Mechanical Repairs
Mechanical Breakdown Assessment
Daily Vehicle Inspections
Equipment Log Documentation
Road Condition Reporting
Emergency Response
Occupational Health and Safety
Computer and Tablet Use
DZ Driver’s License

Benefits

OMERS Pension Plan (Optional for Seasonal Employees)
Career Development and Training
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Tuition Assistance Program

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Snow Plow
Sanding and Salting Trucks
Heavy Machinery
Payloaders
Winter Road Maintenance
Roads and Bridges
Road Patrol
Road Condition Reporting
Emergency Response
Road Closures
Vehicle Inspection
Equipment Logs
Equipment Maintenance
Mechanical Repairs
Mechanical Breakdown Assessment
DZ License
Driver’s Abstract
Occupational Health and Safety Act
Personal Protective Equipment
Computers
Tablets
Public Works

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