Internal Job Posting #2026-35
Job Title: Equipment Operator, Transportation & Fleet Services

Department: Infrastructure & Public Works
Reports To: Foreperson, Transportation & Fleet Services
Directly Supervises: None

Status: Permanent
Hours per Week: 40

Salary: $56,827.87 - $69,068.05
Application Due Date: Until filled

Position Summary

This position is responsible for performing the day-to-day general operations of
Transportation & Fleet Services which includes roads and equipment operations and

maintenance, operating light and heavy equipment, and following all safety
procedures, legislation and municipal policies and procedures.

Role Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Equipment Operator:

1. Operate single or tandem trucks with or without attachments such as, salt

and sand spreader, snow plow equipment, 2 or 4 wheel drive front-end
loader, 2 and 4 wheel drive rubber tired backhoe, motor grader, street
sweeper, tractor and attachments such as mower, front-mounted rotary

broom, posthole auger, self-propelled roller, pickup truck.

2. Operate small equipment and hand tools such as, but not limited to,

chainsaw, truck jacks, air compressor and attachments, steam jenny,
posthole auger, weed eaters, grinder, portable compactors, portable water
pumps, wood chipper.

3. Perform roads and equipment operations and maintenance which includes
but not limited to:

a. winter control which includes snow plowing and removal, sanding and
salting of roads and sidewalks, and ice blading;

b. patching and filling of hard top surfacing;

c. general maintenance repair on roads and shoulders including hauling
and spreading of aggregate materials including dust suppressants, and

assisting contractors on municipal projects;

d. repair, replace or install signs;

e. maintaining and/or replacing culverts; and

f. conducting roadway inspections and documentation relative to the job.

4. Perform maintenance and repairs on vehicles, machinery and equipment.

5. Required to assume stand-by and/or on-call duties on a rotating schedule to
implement appropriate action in accordance with established policies and

procedures during off-hours.

General Duties and Accountabilities (All Municipal Roles)

1. Provide and maintain a high degree of confidentiality and security of

information at all times.

2.



Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and other
applicable legislation, department policies/procedures/practices, operational

guidelines, and perform safe work practices.

3. Perform other duties as may be assigned in accordance with department and

corporate objectives.

Required Certifications and/or Health and Safety Requirements

1. Valid Ontario Class “D” Driver’s License and “Z” endorsement in valuable

standing.

2. Valid First Aid and CPR Certification.

3. Traffic control certification, chain saw and/or chipper certification, confined
space entry certification, working at heights, heavy equipment certification,
common core municipal pit/quarry workers and surface miners certification

would be considered assets.

Education, Skills and Experience

1. OSSGD preferred with courses in T.J. Mahoney Road School and/or C.S.
Anderson Road School preferred.

2. Minimum 3 years’ current related experience or an equivalent combination.

3. Proven ability to work independently or as a team member, and to perform
light and heavy lifting.

4. Basic computer skills involving data entry / inquiry using corporate-standard
software and department, division or task specific software.

5. Proven ability to operate single or tandem trucks with attachments such as

salt and sand spreader, snow plow equipment, 2 or 4 wheel drive front-end
loader, 2 and 4 wheel drive rubber tired backhoe, motor grader, street

sweeper, tractor and attachments such as mower, front-mounted rotary
broom, posthole auger, self-propelled roller, pickup truck, small equipment

and hand tools such as, but not limited to, chainsaw, truck jacks, air
compressor and attachments, steam jenny, posthole auger, weed eaters,
grinder, portable compactors, portable water pumps, portable hand sprayer,

wood chipper.

6. Thorough working knowledge of construction, roads maintenance and

operations,



traffic control procedures, equipment maintenance and operation,
MOE and MTO Regulations/Guidelines and relevant legislation.

7. Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Office applications including

Excel.

8. Ability to read maps and interpret construction drawings and plans.

9. Excellent skills in public relations, customer service, communication,
analytical, and problem-solving to deal effectively and courteously in all

aspects of the position.

10. Available for emergency, on-call, and after-hours response and to quickly
access, take control and respond to emergency situations.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

- Physical demand requires standing, sitting and walking on construction sites

and visual attention for health and safety compliance, crew safety and
personal safety on job sites. Physical dexterity required for walking, bending
and minimal lifting as required.

- Working conditions are subject to exposure to inclement weather conditions,

mud, dirt, noise; and exposure to public criticism/abuse conducted at

construction work sites.

- Normal hours of work are 40 hours per week and available for overtime

hours, when necessary. Availability or provision for ‘on call’ response which

requires carrying a paging device (24/7 operation) as scheduled.

Contacts and Interactions

- Communicates regularly with staff, contractors, Foreperson and the public.

Applicant Information

Interested internal applicants are invited to forward their cover letter and resume

directly to Human Resources quoting Job #2026-35 to:

[email protected]

Attention: Human Resources

The Municipality of Meaford is committed to providing a barrier-free workplace. If
accommodation is required during the selection or interview process, it will be

available upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an

interview will be contacted.

Personal Information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act for the

purpose of candidate selection, and all information will be stored and used in
accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy
Act. For further information about this data collection, please contact

[email protected].

📌 Equipment Operator, Transportation & Fleet Services (Meaford)
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