Job Type:

Contract

Department:

Active Directory Required, Facilities, Operations & Environment

Hourly Wage:

$26.40

Close Date

(closes at 12:00 am on date noted below):

September 18, 2026

Openings:

6

Position Summary About Milton Join one of Ontario’s fastest-growing and most dynamic municipalities. The Town of Milton is proud to deliver high-quality, sustainable municipal services that support a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-looking community where residents thrive, businesses succeed, and nature is respected and protected.

Our vision is to foster a safe, diverse, and welcoming environment—one that honours its natural landscapes and rich heritage, supports thriving and inclusive neighbourhoods, nurtures a strong and balanced economy, and offers exceptional opportunities to live, learn, work, and play.

What We Offer?

Current Starting Hourly Rate: $26.40-$28.51. Effective September 8, 2026, Starting Hourly Rate will be: $27.06-$29.22

Benefits: Employee Assistance Program and option to participate in the OMERS pension plan

Employee perks/discounts: Discount on Active Living Pass and Perkopolis

For further details of what we offer, please visit Why Milton

Position Summary Reporting to the Supervisor, Roads, the Seasonal Maintenance Operator supports daily activities of operational services within the division. This position will perform a variety of operational tasks to support road maintenance while ensuring they are meeting service levels and following all safety standards.

Term: November 2, 2026 – March 31, 2027

Scheduling Requirements This non-union position requires various schedules and shifts, including days, afternoons, nights, weekends, and holidays, to adequately meet business and operational needs.

The Seasonal Maintenance Operator - Roads, Winter Operations, works on a standard 40-hour work week schedule. Shift times will be determined based on operational needs.

Based on workload and winter conditions to meet service level requirements overtime will be required, as needed. Winter Operations are critical; as such,



any requested time off during this time will only be approved based on operational requirements.

Major Job Responsibilities

Maintenance and repair of roads, sidewalks, curbs, bridges/culverts, signs, and stormwater infrastructure.

Snow plowing/removal, sanding, salting and de-icing, activities during winter operations.

Performs hot/cold-mix road maintenance activities

Performs debris and garbage pickup

Performs traffic control and road patrol

Other duties as assigned

Performs all duties in accordance with Ontario Health & Safety legislation and established policies & procedures

Follows equipment operating guidelines

Ensures all PPE is utilized and worn as per requirements

Performs pre and post audits of all equipment utilized

Complete equipment work order forms as required

Responds to customer inquiries according to established procedures and approved decision making framework

Maintains ongoing communication with internal staff to maintain a high level of efficiency and service

Education & Experience Minimum Qualifications

Secondary school diploma required or equivalent.

Minimum one (1) year experience in municipal public works or parks and/or other relevant and/or equivalent experience

A valid DZ License with a satisfactory driving record, persons with 4 or more demerit points need not apply.

Working knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations, i.e. Ontario Health & Safety Act (OHSA)

Solid communication, interpersonal and customer service skills

Mechanical aptitude to operate relevant equipment

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications





Post-secondary education parks or maintenance or related field and/or combination of relevant post-secondary education and related experience

Minimum two (2) years’ experience in municipal road, park or forestry and horticulture operations

Standard CPR and First Aid

Excellent verbal, written communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.

Ontario Good Roads Association (OGRA) Snow School

Qualified to operate vehicles including tractors with miscellaneous attachments, loaders, rollers, bob cats, pickup trucks, and 1 ton dump trucks

Able to demonstrate solid decision making, be a team player and also have the ability to work independently as well as within a team

Ability to manage and prioritize workloads and events in stressful situations

Demonstrated ability to clearly and concisely communicate with others and to project a professional and positive image of the Town

Demonstrated awareness/commitment to accessible, professional customer service

Working knowledge of all aspects of Municipal Winter Operations including roads, sidewalks and parks maintenance as well as working knowledge of Minimum Maintenance Standards, O.Reg.239/02 & O.Reg.366/18

Note to Applicants

This posting is for an existing job vacancy.

The Town is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, accessible, and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to fair and transparent hiring practices.

We thank all who apply, however only those selected to move forward in the process will be contacted.

Accommodations

Should you be selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. We will work with you to ensure your full participation in the process.

In accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation, applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used strictly for candidate selection.

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📌 Seasonal Maintenance Operator - Roads (Winnipeg)
🏢 Town of Milton
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