Equipment Operator

**Equipment Operator / Labourer**:
**One (1) Permanent, Full-time Position**

**Union - CUPE**

The Township of Springwater, located in the heart of Simcoe County, is a mixed urban/rural municipality with growing urban settlements and a prosperous agricultural sector. The municipality is currently recruiting for a permanent, full-time position of Equipment Operator / Labourer.

Reporting directly to the Supervisor, Roads and the Roads & Fleet Foreperson, the Equipment Operator / Labourer will operate necessary public works equipment for the needs of the Roads and Fleet Department.

**Position Responsibilities**:
The key responsibilities of the position are:

- Operate vehicles include pickups and heavy duty trucks between 1,000 and 30,000 kg Gross Vehicle Registered Weight (GVRW) equipped with construction, snow and ice maintenance attachments, pre-wet tanks or attachment controls.
- Operate front end farm tractor loaders, four wheel drive articulating loaders or rubber tire backhoe loaders for the purpose of loading gravel, sand or stone materials onto trucks as operated.
- Operate specialized heavy equipment as assigned such as a grader, backhoe, excavator or loader as a primary assigned piece of equipment.
- Operate ride on compaction rollers for asphalt or gravel construction and maintenance.
- Operate industrial tractors with side mowers for cutting roadside grass.
- Operate pumps and devices required by the loading of water or salt brine materials for seasonal construction and maintenance.
- Carry out manual labour requiring articulate physical dexterity for construction and maintenance efforts of the department.
- Maintains accurate maintenance and equipment records in accordance with governing codes.
- Ensures regular safety inspections of all applicable equipment.
- Maintain accurate timesheet material haul records in accordance with municipal policy and provincial legislation.
- Conduct vehicle inspection and maintain truck records as required by MTO audits and municipal policy.
- Conduct pre-use inspection forms on vehicles and equipment as required by municipal health and safety policies.
- Carries out such other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

**Qualifications and Experience**:

- Completion of Secondary School Diploma.
- Minimum two (2) to five (5) years’ related experience and a demonstrated ability to successfully train in new duties.
- A valid Ontario Class D license with a satisfactory driving record; AZ preferred.
- Ability and experience with various types of equipment, including but not limited to grass cutters/tractors, chainsaws, light duty, and heavy-duty trucks between 1,000 and 30,000 kg, weed trimmers, excavator, backhoe, roadside boom mower, loaders, small tools, skill saws, drills, grinders, rental equipment, etc.
- Knowledge of preventative maintenance and operation of light duty and heavy-duty trucks between 1,000 and 30,000 kg.
- Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and safety procedures.
- Knowledge of the Ontario Highway Traffic Act.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work hours beyond the normal work week, including evenings and weekends and ability to work on a rotational basis or be on call.
- Completion of applicable Good Roads and AORS courses an asset.

**Rate of Pay**:
The Township of Springwater offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive employee benefit plan for this position, including participation in the OMERS pension plan for this position. Compensation for this position is $27.95 to $31.58 per hour (2024 rate) as per the Collective Agreement.

**Hours of Work**:
This position will work 40 hours per week; however, extended hours or additional hours on a call-in basis are required in inclement weather/road conditions. In addition, this position may be required to work early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, holidays or on a rotational basis and be on call in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

**How to Apply**:
**Closing Date**:May 30, 2025

**Don’t meet all the qualifications?**

**Accessible Accommodations**:
As an inclusive employer, we are committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process. Please contact us at any time during the recruitment process and let us know what accessible supports you may need.

**Licenses & Certifications**: Required
- Class DZ License