Front End Loader Operator (Heavy Equipment )

Seeking multiple reliable and qualified Front End Loader Operators to join our team of experienced winter maintenance professionals. Reporting to one of the City of Toronto’s Winter Maintenance Depots, the selected candidates will be responsible for operating Heavy Equipment (Front End Loaders, Backhoes) for the purposes of roadway plowing, snow removal and various other duties as assigned. Attention to detail, ability to follow direction and ability to complete assigned tasks with safety as the highest priority are considered key qualifications for these positions.

Several positions are available for “Call-in” operators (to be available through the duration of the contract to report to their assigned Winter Maintenance Depot during winter events). Those selected for “Call-in” positions must be available to show up to the Depot 24/7, with no exceptions, ready to work within 1.5 hours of notification from a text based dispatching system that must be actively responded to. Call-in operators will be paid a daily standby rate (plus an operating rate when called in). The payment of standby is completely dependent upon the guarantee of 24/7 availability, readily answered communications, and showing up promptly and on time when called in for work. Call-in Operators will also be required to report to the depot weekly for training purposes when required. Operators selected for “call-in” positions may be able to work other jobs unrelated to winter maintenance work, provided they are available to report for duty when called in for winter operations.

Multiple positions available for reporting locations in both the North-South line of Toronto.

Skills/Qualifications:

• 1-3 Years experience operating Heavy Equipment including Front End Loaders and or Backhoes
• Minimum 1 year experience plowing snow is required
• Preference for candidates with experience plowing roads in a municipal or provincial environment
• Experience with other winter operations considered an asset
• Works well as part of a team and individually
• Attention to detail and ability to follow detailed route maps
• Ability to use and navigate technological device for the purpose of GPS
• Ability to follow OHSMS Policies, Procedures, Practices, and all applicable legislation

Licenses Required:

• DZ considered an asset (Ontario commercial license's with z endorsement after Sept 1, 2023, will require a certificate of completion for new module on file)
• AZ considered an asset
• G License in good standing

Job Types: Seasonal, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 4 months

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Toronto, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2023-12-01