Seasonal Equipment Operator (Public Works)

An excellent career opportunity awaits you at the Town of Huntsville. If you want to work in a community that is set in one of the most beautiful natural settings in Canada and offers a great quality of life with all the amenities, this is the job for you! Located in Ontario’s cottage country, the Town of Huntsville is the largest community in the District Municipality of Muskoka and in proximity to the west side of Algonquin Park. Within this exciting setting, the Town of Huntsville has a vibrant downtown and offers many cultural and outdoor recreational opportunities.

The Town of Huntsville’s Public Works Department is currently looking to hire a Seasonal Equipment Operator.

The successful candidate will have a good working knowledge of heavy equipment operation and possess a valid DZ License. Loader, backhoe and grader experience would be an asset. Experience driving a snow plow would be a distinct advantage. This position will require the successful candidate to work both independently and as an integral part of a team. Furthermore, participation in all aspects of operations including physical labour (digging, lifting, excavating etc.) will be expected.

The Town of Huntsville Roads Department is a member of the Local Union 636 of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. All Public Works employees are on call on a rotating basis, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week between November 1st and April 30th for road winter maintenance activities.

The current hourly rate for this position is $27.91.

The Town of Huntsville is committed to providing accommodations throughout the hiring process. If you require an accommodation we will work with you to meet your needs. Qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume.

Job Type: Fixed term contract

Salary: $27.91 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-01-05