Winter Control Operator - Sidewalks (Temporary Part Time)

Position Details

• Employment Type: Part-time
• Contract Type: Temporary
• Duration: November 2026 until April 2027
• Hours of Work: Morning shift, 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Monday to Friday (25 hours per week)
• Work Location: Public Works Garage
• Hourly Rate: $29.36
• Department: Infrastructure Services
• Closing Date: September 13, 2026

Winter Control Operator - Sidewalks

The Township of Centre Wellington is seeking experienced individuals to operate equipment and perform a variety of duties associated with winter sidewalk maintenance in a seasonal (temporary) position within the Infrastructure Services Department.

Responsibilities include operation of compact tractor, articulated municipal tractor (Trackless), backhoe, and loader; performing labourer activities related to snow clearing on steps, sidewalks, general maintenance and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Secondary school graduation with post-secondary education being an asset
• A valid Class G Driver’s Licence and maintain a clean driver’s abstract
• At least one (1) year of related experience in operating sidewalk tractors, 1.5-ton truck, and backhoe for loading
• Familiarity and ability to operate equipment, tools and machinery in the Infrastructure Services Department
• Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with co-workers and management staff
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy
• Mechanical competencies and technical abilities to troubleshoot issues effectively and in a timely manner
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to prioritize workload and meet deadlines
• Availability to work weekends and additional hours as required
• Good judgment to handle public complaints appropriately
• Ability to understand and abide by municipal policies, procedures and directives
• Excellence in customer service with tact and diplomacy in difficult situations

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to provide proof of current and valid certificate(s) and/or educational qualifications.

Interested applicants are requested to submit a single document including cover letter and resume in MS Word or PDF format by email to careers@centrewellington.ca by September 13, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Please quote job posting ‘2026-61’ in the subject line.

The Township of Centre Wellington is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. If accommodation is required at any stage of the process, please contact hr@centrewellington.ca.

We acknowledge that the Township of Centre Wellington is located on the treaty lands and traditional territory of the Anishinaabe and the Haudenosaunee.