Equipment Operator, Transportation & Fleet Services

Position Details

• Job Title: Equipment Operator
• Department: Infrastructure & Public Works
• Salary: $56,827.87 - $69,068.05
• Status: Permanent
• Hours per Week: 40
• Application Due Date: Until filled

Position Summary

This position is responsible for performing the day-to-day general operations of Transportation & Fleet Services which includes roads and equipment operations and maintenance, operating light and heavy equipment, and following all safety procedures, legislation and municipal policies and procedures.

Role Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Equipment Operator:

• Operate single or tandem trucks with or without attachments such as salt and sand spreader, snow plow equipment, 2 or 4 wheel drive front-end loader, 2 and 4 wheel drive rubber tired backhoe, motor grader, street sweeper, tractor and attachments such as mower, front-mounted rotary broom, posthole auger, self-propelled roller, pickup truck.
• Operate small equipment and hand tools such as chainsaw, truck jacks, air compressor and attachments, steam jenny, posthole auger, weed eaters, grinder, portable compactors, portable water pumps, wood chipper.
• Perform roads and equipment operations and maintenance including:
  • winter control: snow plowing and removal, sanding and salting of roads and sidewalks, ice blading;
  • patching and filling of hard top surfacing;
  • general maintenance repair on roads and shoulders, hauling and spreading aggregate materials including dust suppressants, assisting contractors on municipal projects;
  • repair, replace or install signs;
  • maintaining and/or replacing culverts;
  • conducting roadway inspections and documentation relative to the job.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on vehicles, machinery and equipment.
• Assume stand-by and/or on-call duties on a rotating schedule to implement appropriate action in accordance with established policies and procedures during off-hours.

General Duties and Accountabilities

• Provide and maintain confidentiality and security of information.
• Work in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act and other applicable legislation, policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned in accordance with department and corporate objectives.

Required Certifications and/or Health and Safety Requirements

• Valid Ontario Class “D” Driver’s License and “Z” endorsement in good standing.
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Traffic control, chainsaw, chipper, confined space entry, working at heights, heavy equipment, municipal pit/quarry workers and surface miners certifications considered assets.

Education, Skills and Experience

• OSSGD preferred with courses in T.J. Mahoney Road School and/or C.S. Anderson Road School preferred.
• Minimum 3 years’ current related experience or equivalent combination.
• Ability to work independently or as team member; perform light and heavy lifting.
• Basic computer skills with corporate and department-specific software.
• Proven ability to operate various trucks, equipment and hand tools as detailed above.
• Thorough knowledge of construction, roads maintenance, operations, traffic control procedures, equipment maintenance and operation, MOE and MTO regulations.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office including Excel.
• Ability to read maps, interpret construction drawings and plans.
• Excellent public relations, customer service, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Available for emergency, on-call, after-hours response.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standing, sitting, walking on construction sites; visual attention for safety compliance.
• Physical dexterity required for walking, bending, minimal lifting.
• Exposure to inclement weather, mud, dirt, noise, public criticism/abuse at construction sites.
• Normal hours: 40 per week; availability for overtime and on-call (24/7) as scheduled.

Contacts and Interactions

Communicates regularly with staff, contractors, Foreperson, and the public.

Applicant Information

Interested internal applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume quoting Job #2026-35 to: jobs@meaford.ca Attention: Human Resources

The Municipality of Meaford is committed to providing a barrier-free workplace. Accommodation will be provided upon request during the selection or interview process.