Seasonal Heavy Equipment Operator (Winter Seasonal and Winter Weekends)

Position Details

• Position: Seasonal Heavy Equipment Operator
• Contract Duration: November 16, 2026 to April 23, 2027
• Hours of Work: Seasonal employees: 24–32 hours per week, with potential for additional hours and overtime. Weekend employees: up to 16 hours per weekend.
• Work Location: Walkerton, Greenock or Brant Shop; must be able to report within 30 minutes of being called
• Department: Public Works / Roads
• Pay Range: $29.51–$34.53 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience
• Posting Dates: Seasonal and weekend positions run from November 16, 2026 to April 23, 2027
• Deadline: Open until filled

About Brockton

Nestled in the rolling countryside of the Saugeen and Teeswater Rivers, the Municipality of Brockton is a friendly rural community with innovative industry and a vibrant downtown core. Brockton is a full-service community with a range of government services, top-notch schools and childcare, a hospital, community centres, and a wide array of outdoor recreation from golf, fishing, hiking and paddling the Saugeen river, to snowmobiling and cross-country skiing in the winter. Brockton is a wonderful place to live, work and play!

About the Position

The Municipality is hiring multiple Seasonal Heavy Equipment Operators, including winter seasonal and weekend-only roles, to support operations during the winter months. Join the team and help keep the community safe and running smoothly this winter.

Reporting to the Operations Manager and assigned Lead Hand, the Heavy Equipment Operator operates and maintains heavy equipment and performs related Public Works duties for the maintenance, construction, and operation of municipally owned and operated infrastructure and facilities.

Candidates must be able to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the roads department, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Primary Responsibilities

• Carry out work assignments using a variety of heavy equipment and other vehicles, power and hand tools, including physically demanding and repetitive manual labour as directed by the Lead Hand or Roads Supervisor. Equipment includes snow plow truck, sidewalk plow, motor grader, backhoe, dump truck, and floating heavy equipment.
• Remove snow and ice from public roadways, sidewalks, and parking lots, often in the early morning hours, for long consecutive hours, and during unfavourable road and weather conditions.
• Assist with construction projects and paving/resurfacing preparation.
• Repair and install road and street signs.
• Repair and install culverts.
• Operate chain saws, mowers, wood chippers, and other equipment to cut trees, clear brush, and cut grass in a variety of locations, including public access roadways.
• Perform grave opening and closing at the Cemetery using a backhoe and hand tools.
• Respond to emergency call-outs at any time of day or night, such as road closures, downed trees, flooding events, and assisting emergency responders.

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills Required

• Must be able to report to the Walkerton, Greenock, or Brant Shop within 30 minutes of being called.
• Hold a valid Ontario Class AZ or DZ driver’s licence with a clean driver’s abstract.
• Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Knowledge of the maintenance and operation of heavy equipment.
• Experience operating a snow plow, grader, and backhoe is an asset.
• Ability to drive in difficult conditions for long periods.

What We Offer You

• Seasonal employees may enroll in the OMERS pension plan.
• Weekend employees may enroll in the OMERS pension plan.
• Development opportunities through training or continuous learning.
• Access to an Employee Family Assistance Plan.

Vacancy

This posting is for an existing role within the organization. Internal and external candidates are invited to apply.

Applications

Submit a resume and cover letter in confidence via the online form, email, or regular mail, and indicate whether you are interested in the seasonal or weekend position. The position will remain open until filled. Only individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. Artificial intelligence (AI) is not used to screen candidates.

The Municipality of Brockton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Municipality will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate, inform the Municipality of any accommodations required to ensure equal participation. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.