Equipment Operator I (contract)

Position Details

• Job Type Temporary Full Time
• Closing Date September 10, 2026
• Salary $29.33 - $36.67/Hour
• Hours of work 40 hours per week
• Schedule Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm (some evenings, weekends, on-call required)
• Vacancy Type Existing
• Physical Location Woodbridge Yard
• Contract Duration Up to 9-months

Vaughan is a city on the move. With a downtown core rising from the ground – the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre containing a bustling subway, a state-of-the-art hospital that opened its doors in 2021 – the Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital, exciting projects that are transforming the community. Be a part of something amazing and build your career at the City of Vaughan.

The City of Vaughan is an equal opportunity employer serving one of the fastest-growing municipalities in Canada, we are an organization committed to diversity and inclusivity, providing a thriving work environment, excellent benefits, learning and growth opportunities and a place where collaboration and teamwork are fostered. As one of the Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for 2022, we continuously employ workplace best-practices – and they’re getting noticed! Excellence demands brilliant personalities, visionary thinking and a passion for public service. Vaughan is your place to grow.

Position Overview

Performs manual labour to effect various road maintenance activities, including asphalt and concrete repairs, sign installation and repair, culvert installation and repair, responsible for the safe operation, servicing and performing minor repairs to trucks (including ploughs and sanders), street flushers, asphalt rollers, hot boxes, and all other vehicles and machinery used by the Roads Division, ensuring the safety and security of assigned equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operates trucks (½ tonne and larger), or truck and trailer combinations exceeding 11,000 kg (maximum weight of towed unit not to exceed 4600 kg.), and other road maintenance equipment as assigned.
• Performs various seasonal road maintenance and construction operations which include operating road ploughs, salters/sanders, asphalt rollers, hot boxes, compactors, saws, hand tools, etc.
• Performs duties in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act, including preparation of pre-trip safety inspection, ensuring vehicle meets weight restrictions and ensures loads are properly secured.
• Performs minor repairs to assigned vehicles and equipment as required. Ensures safety and security of assigned equipment and reports problems and damages to the Supervisor.
• Responsible for ensuring equipment is safely operated and arranges and sets up traffic control devices in accordance with an approved Traffic Control Plan in accordance with the Ontario Manual, Book 7.
• Inspects, repairs, and reports on safety of roads, bridges, structures, guardrails, culverts and medians, regulatory and non-regulatory signs, traffic signals, street lights, etc., as required.
• Responds to emergency situations, including seasonal events e.g. ice and snow storms, flooding, etc, as required.
• Must be available to be placed on stand-by, be prepared to work overtime during peak periods (e.g. snowstorms and emergencies) and ensures availability for such "on call" duty and overtime as needed.
• Performs work in adverse work environments which may involve extreme weather conditions, excessive noise and/or fumes including year-round outdoor conditions, using appropriate safety devices and procedures. Frequent travel to various City sites (on a daily basis at minimum). Available to be on call after hours/weekends/holidays.

Qualifications and Experience

• Successful completion of a Secondary School Graduation Diploma or suitable equivalent.
• Minimum of two (2) years' related roads maintenance experience with one (1) year related truck driving experience.
• Maintain a valid Class "DZ" license as issued by the Province of Ontario, and willingness to obtain a valid Class "AZ" driver's license at the Department's request.
• Successful completion of either the T.J. Mahony Road Construction or Road Maintenance course.
• Deemed to be a "competent person" through the knowledge of all applicable Provincial and Municipal Regulations and standards, including, but not limited to, the Provincial Minimum Maintenance Standards, M.T.O. Commercial Vehicle Operator Regulations, Construction and Industrial Health & Safety Regulations and Health & Safety Act, Ontario Traffic Manual, and Traffic Control Manual Book 7.
• Basic working knowledge of the Fisheries Act and Environmental Protection Act, and other relevant environmental legislation required when working on watercourses and ditches.
• Good written and oral communication skills, ability to work effectively and courteously with staff and the public, with minimal supervision.
• Maintain valid First Aid/CPR Certificate in accordance with Departmental Policy.
• Valid Propane Operator's Certificate.
• Obtain and maintain certificate in Ontario Traffic Manual, Book 7.

Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

The City of Vaughan is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The City of Vaughan is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Please contact humanresources@vaughan.ca if you require an accommodation, and we will work with you to meet your needs.