Roads Labourer (2)

Essa Township’s Public Works Department is accepting applications for two vacant contract positions of Labourer/Operator/Patroller.

These positions will primarily be responsible for patrolling and plowing the Township’s roads system throughout the winter season on a 40-hour per week basis (until April, 2027). Candidates must be able to respond to winter-weather-related call-ins within a 30-minute time frame. Must be available for fill-in requirements as weather and circumstances dictate. The incumbent will be required to patrol Township roads, operate a sidewalk blower, front end loader or heavy plow/sander when required.

The preferred candidate will have:
- A valid Ontario Class D or higher driver’s license with Z air brake endorsement in good standing.
- 1 to 4 years’ experience operating combination snowplow/sanders on a public highway system.
- Experience operating front-end loaders, trackless sidewalk plow and other related heavy equipment.
- Experience operating a sidewalk blower/plow.
- Experience with other related equipment (i.e., brush chippers, chainsaws, small hand tools, etc.).
- Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Highway Traffic Act.
- Strong ability to prioritize and organize.
- Ability to perform labour-intensive tasks including ability to lift 50 lbs (23kg).