Equipment Operator - Roads Department
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to the Roads Superintendent

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Safely operate municipally owned heavy equipment.

Contribute to the ongoing maintenance, repair, and improvement of municipal roads, sidewalks, and parking areas.

Support the maintenance and improvement of drainage systems, facilities, and other public works assets.

SCOPE OF POSITION

Safely, effectively, and efficiently operate heavy-duty municipal equipment required to maintain roads, facilities, and related municipal infrastructure.

Support the Roads Department by operating assigned equipment and completing routine maintenance activities.

Identify equipment concerns and report operational or safety issues to the Roads Superintendent or Deputy Roads Superintendent in a timely manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES: (see schedule "A" for further details)

Perform assigned municipal roads, drainage, winter control, equipment operation, and public works duties safely, efficiently, and in accordance with municipal policies.

Maintain equipment, work sites, records, and public service standards under the direction of the Roads Superintendent or designate.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Summer Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Monday to Thursday) 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Friday) O/T may be required for construction operations

Winter Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on rotating shift. Start as early as 4:00 a.m. Evening shutdown hours will depend on daily start time and weather (Federal HoS for commercial operators are observed unless significant weather event is declared.)

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

With Roads Superintendent or Designate – Receive work assignments, operational direction, and guidance related to roads maintenance, equipment operation, winter control, and public works activities.





With Roads Department Staff – Work cooperatively and communicate effectively to complete assigned maintenance, repair, and construction duties safely and efficiently.

With Other Municipal Staff – Maintain usual cooperation and courtesy when coordinating work that affects municipal facilities, services, or operations.

With the Public – Maintain a courteous relationship when responding to inquiries or concerns related to roads, traffic, winter maintenance, and public works activities, referring matters to the Roads Superintendent when appropriate.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum of six months of experience in heavy equipment operation.

Experience excavating or grading near or around underground infrastructure, including water, gas, telephone, or similar utility services, is considered an asset.

Possess and maintain a valid Class DZ or AZ Ontario Driver’s Licence in positive standing.

Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

Ability to work extended hours during winter maintenance operations.

Ability to perform after-hours work as assigned.

Physical ability to climb and to lift equipment and tools weighing up to 50 pounds.

IMPACT OF ERROR

Risk of pedestrian, motorist, and co-worker injury or fatality.

Potential infrastructure and property damage.

Possible financial and legal liabilities, service disruptions, and loss of public trust.

CONTROL

Works under the general supervision and direction of the Roads Superintendent.

Receives day-to-day work assignments, priorities, and operational direction from the Roads Superintendent or designate.

Exercises care and judgment when operating municipal equipment and performing road maintenance duties in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and safety requirements.

Reports equipment concerns, safety issues, and unusual operational matters to the Roads Superintendent in a timely manner.

SALARY RANGE
$66,950 - $82,400/Annually

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📌 Equipment Operator – Roads Department (Ontario)
🏢 Municipality of Central Manitoulin
📍 Ontario