FT Winter Patrol Operator

Position Details

• Location: Alnwick Haldimand
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Contract Type: Contract
• Engagement Type: Seasonal
• Hours of Work: Full-Time Seasonal
• Compensation: $31.45 - $34.02 plus $2.00/hour premium
• Closing Date: 2026-09-25
• Department: Public Works

Employment Opportunity

The Corporation of the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand is currently looking to fill the following vacancy:

Winter Patrol Operator – Seasonal Full-Time Position

Reporting directly to the Public Works Lead Hand, and the Public Works Manager, this role is responsible for monitoring and assessing road and weather conditions in support of the Township's winter maintenance program, performing snow and ice control operations, and assisting with the maintenance of municipal roads, sidewalks, parking lots, and other municipal facilities to help ensure safe travel for the public.

The incumbent is also responsible for maintaining accurate records of road conditions, patrol activities and operations responses. This position is employed full-time for the duration of the contract and is required to work patrol hours.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Carry out tasks and duties that are part of the winter municipal roads programs including snow-plowing, sanding, and other requirements of the public road maintenance program.
• Comply with the standards set out in the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1990, and health and safety policies implemented by the municipality as they pertain to Public Works employees.
• Report all deficiencies and hazards in respect to municipal equipment and conditions to the Public Works Lead Hand.
• Perform duties efficiently, effectively and behave courteously and respectfully with the public and other township staff.
• Maintain accurate records of road conditions.
• Perform other duties as prescribed by the Public Works Lead Hand or Manager of Public Works.
• Monitor weather and road conditions and initiate call-in procedures for winter operations as required.
• Be available and on standby during winter events and perform tasks as directed by the Manager of Public Works or Public Works Lead Hand.
• Patrol municipal roads and identify hazards, deficiencies, and areas requiring attention.
• Investigate public complaints and concerns related to road conditions and report findings to the Public Works Lead Hand or Manager of Public Works.

Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum Grade 12 Diploma; preference for technical studies or equivalent industry courses in heavy equipment operations.
• One (1) to three (3) years’ experience in a public works environment and road construction, winter control operations and maintenance, and related heavy equipment operations including backhoe, grader, loader, snow and ice removal equipment.
• Minimum class “D” driver’s license with Z endorsement.
• Certification in First Aid/CPR and WHMIS.
• Knowledge of Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways Regulation 239/02.
• Valid and satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Driver’s Abstract required before employment.

Hours of Work

This is a Full-Time Seasonal position. The contract will start the week of Nov 1, 2026, and run to the week of May 1, 2027.

Compensation

The pay rate for this position is $31.45 - $34.02 plus a $2.00/hour premium (January 1, 2026 Wage rate CUPE 5574).

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit their cover letter and resume in one (1) PDF document in confidence no later than 12:00pm on Sept 25, 2026 to:

• Erin Andrus, Manager of Human Resources
• Township of Alnwick Haldimand
• PO Box 70, 10836 County Road #2, Grafton, ON, K0K 2G0
• Email: hr@ahtwp.ca
• Subject Line: FT Winter Patrol Seasonal Contract

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be notified. Please apply individually if applying for more than one job.

The Township of Alnwick/Haldimand is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Accommodations are available upon request to support applicants with disabilities during application, interview, and assessment processes. Please email your request to eandrus@ahtwp.ca or call 905-349-2822, Ext: 28.

Alternative formats of this job posting are available upon request. Information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Act, 2001, as amended, in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection Privacy Act.