The Town of Tillsonburg is looking to hire a Light Equipment Operator. This position would be responsible for the day to day maintenance operations of Town infrastructure including but not limited to the Town Transfer Station, roads, bridges, sewers, drainage systems, sidewalks, street signs etc. This includes snow removal, asphalt repair, sewer repair and cleaning, stump removal, pavement markings, sign and fence installation and other duties as assigned.

The incumbent will operate various light equipment as well as various computers, tablets and software applications to carry out assigned tasks. This is a permanent full-time position with an excellent benefits package including immediate group benefits coverage, OMERS defined pension plan and free Employee Health Club Membership at the Tillsonburg Community Centre.

Division: Public Works Hourly rate: $28.32 - $33.12/hour Check serviceability and operate in a protected manner all assigned light equipment such as 1 ton and ½ ton trucks, front end loaders, tractors with various attachments, sidewalk machines, paint striping equipment, and other pieces of small equipment associated with work in the Public Works Division Provide general roadside maintenance including trimming and removal of small trees and brush within the road allowance, street and parking lot line painting, debris and litter pickup, loose leaf collection, roadside weed cutting and dust control applications Inspect, clean and repair culverts, catch basins, curb, gutters and sewers Repair, replace and/or install signs, fences, safety devices, sidewalks, drainage pipes or any other road related infrastructure Provide traffic control and setup of traffic barricades for safety zones,



detours and special events following OTM Book 7 guidelines Maintain radio contact with Roads Foreperson or office while performing work throughout the Town Direct customers to the appropriate waste bin and enforce the rules and regulations of the Transfer Station Responsible for the overall cleanliness of the Transfer Station site and daily records of Transfer Station activities Maintain good working relationships with Town staff, and demonstrate good customer service with the public Participates and provides input in the development and review of policies, procedures, standards and programs related to Public Works Fill out all reports, inspection sheets/reports, documents and any other data or information as required Adheres to all policies and procedures of the Town Aware of safe work practices relating to Public Works and have basic understanding of the Occupational Health & Safety Act as it relates to the work environment Overtime may be required Evening and weekend work is required Two (2) years’ experience in a Public Works or Operations environment Chainsaw and Confined Space Certification an asset Knowledge of the Minimum Maintenance Standards and Occupational Health and Safety Act and ability to work in Public Works setting in a safe manner Good knowledge of traffic control procedures including Ontario Traffic Manual Book 7 practices Basic knowledge and experience in best practices in snow removal and salt application for an urban setting Computer literate in MS Office, Windows, Internet, etc. Operation of computers, tablets, electronic devices, and various software applications and programs Good communication and customer service skills Willing to upgrade skills through training seminars and Public Works related courses The Town of Tillsonburg uses Jazz HR recruitment software to streamline the collection and communication of resumes and applications. The Town will accommodate any individual needs you have throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.

The Town of Tillsonburg is an equal opportunity employer and all information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of job selection.

📌 Light Equipment Operator (Tillsonburg)
🏢 Town Of Tillsonburg
📍 Tillsonburg