Operator/Labourer

The United Counties of Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Transportation Services Department has an opening

for a full-time Operator/Labourer as noted below:

Position Details:

Work Location: The successful candidate will be based at the Green Valley and St. Andrew's Patrol locations during the winter maintenance season and at Green Valley Patrol location during the summer season.
Schedule:

• 40 hours per week, consisting of four (4) 10-hour shifts.
• Overtime may be required based on operational needs.
• Night shift during winter maintenance operations (approximately November to April).
• Day shift outside of the winter maintenance season.

Salary:   $31.69/hour (Current Union Rate) plus benefit package and pension.

Key Duties/Responsibilities/Activities: 

1. Maintain a valid DZ license
2. Operate the County owned heavy equipment including front end loaders, 6 Ton Plow Trucks, tractor mowers and other mobile equipment in an efficient way according to all relevant County policies and procedures.
3. Patrol the County roads, perform equipment and building maintenance and provide general labor as required.
4. Perform daily safety checks and routine maintenance on the equipment you operate.
5. Complete work reports, inspection sheets and other documentation as required by the Counties.
6. Clean heavy equipment operated by you as scheduled and/or required.
7. Advise the Patrol Supervisor of any requirements for maintenance or repair according to County procedures.
8. Participate in routine training, (WHMIS, Health & Safety, Winter Maintenance, etc).
9. Perform other related duties as required.
10. Follow all Health & Safety policies and procedures and report any non-compliance or any possible safety risks.

Qualifications:

The incumbent must have proficient knowledge & skills in the following areas:

• Truck and heavy equipment safety.
• Operation of front end loaders, 6 Ton plow trucks and other pieces of mobile equipment.
• Road construction and shoulder maintenance techniques.
• Record keeping systems.
• Heavy equipment cleaning and maintenance procedures.
• Demonstrated ability of safe operation of a variety of hand and power tools.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Public relations skills.
• Problem solving and analytical skills.
• Decision making skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to read and write English to complete operations reports.
• Time management skills.
• Ability to provide a current satisfactory Driver’s Abstract.
• Ability to provide a current satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

Consideration will be given to applicants who possess a valid Class DZ license preferably for three years and have a demonstrated ability to get along in a small group. 

This posting is for an existing vacancy that we are actively looking to fill.

Application Deadline:

Applications will be reviewed commencing October 19, 2026; however, the posting will remain open until a successful candidate has been selected and the position is filled. Along with your resume, please provide a cover letter summarizing why you are interested in this position and why you would be a good candidate.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information received in this application will be used solely for employee selection purposes and will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Human Rights Code during the hiring process.