Snow Plow Driver (Arthur/Harriston)

Position Details

• Department: Engineering Services
• Division: Roads
• Position Type: Full Time Contract
• Work Hours: Approximately 40 hours per week, November to April, rotating shifts 24/7 including on-call rotation
• Work Location: Harriston Garage (on-site)
• Pay Range: $32.85 - $38.42 (hourly)

Wellington County consistently ranks as one of the safest communities in Canada and is home to vibrant economies, active and inclusive communities, and beautiful landscapes. We are committed to building and maintaining a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace that is representative of the community we proudly serve. The County is looking for individuals who are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others and share the County’s values. We value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences, and competencies, and are looking forward to welcoming new members to our talented team.

The County offers a generous compensation, benefits and pension package. We also offer ongoing career and development opportunities to our employees, with a commitment to health and well-being.

Basic Function

The Snow Plow Driver is a seasonal position and the function is to augment the number of full time County Operators, to enable the County to adequately staff its Winter Control Operation. The Snow Plow Driver must possess the appropriate skill level to be able to be fully integrated into the winter control shift roster. This position works rotating shifts 24/7, including an on-call rotation requirement.

Principal Responsibilities

• Operate a snow plow and a front end loader on rotating winter shifts.
• Report equipment breakdowns and poor performance to the Roads Supervisor.
• Patrol roads and record data on road conditions and report back to the Roads Supervisor.
• Ensure that all work performed is carried out with good workmanship and that the desired outcomes are achieved.
• Provide labourer and operator functions pertaining to road maintenance activities.
• Investigate public concerns regarding maintenance of the County road system as advised and report problems to the Roads Supervisor (e.g. sanding, salting, grading, patching).
• Provide the public with prompt, courteous service to road maintenance problems as directed by the Roads Supervisor.
• Ensure road signs are replaced/repaired as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• Minimum two years of experience or equivalent in road maintenance or construction, preferably in a municipal setting.
• Working knowledge of the operation of a variety of light trucks, six tonne snowplows, and agricultural and construction equipment.
• Working knowledge of all Occupational Health and Safety and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System regulations.
• Valid Standard First Aid Certificate or willingness to obtain upon hire.
• Valid driver’s licence Class D with a Z endorsement and a satisfactory driver’s abstract.
• Participation in the Roads On-call Rotation required; must be able to report to the job site within approximately 30 minutes of callout.

Benefits

• Extended Health Care, Emergency Travel Assistance, Dental Care; mandatory enrolment, premiums 100% covered.
• Pension: As a non-full-time (NFT) employee of an OMERS employer, eligible to elect to join the OMERS Pension Plan at any time; Enrollment is voluntary.
• Medical Responsibility Time: Prorated and accrues at 1 day/month.
• Vacation: Accrues to start at three weeks per annum; increases based on length of service.
• Mileage: If applicable, as per CRA allowances.

The County of Wellington is committed to providing inclusive access and accommodations for disabilities throughout the application and selection process. We are continuously working to improve our systems, policies, and practices to ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. Should you require accommodation for a disability through the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment.