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- Job ID #32301: Winter Operator (Roads) - NEW HIRES
- Union: CUPE Local 5167
- Job Description ID #: 5335
- Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on November 11, 2026.
- Duration: Seasonal opportunity (expected end date: middle of April 2027)
- Vacancy type: This posting will be used to fill current vacancies, as well as any further vacancies which arise
- Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed.



Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

Reports to Supervisors within the Transportation Division.

Performs winter operation duties. Operates, inspects and maintains various equipment and or vehicles for snow removal/clearing, blowing and material application operations which may also include general maintenance duties such as pothole patching, roadside litter collection, general labour, drainage inspections etc.

GENERAL DUTIES

Operate, inspect and maintain various pieces of equipment/vehicles such as industrial size snow blowers, single and tandem axle sander/salter/plow trucks, backhoes, tractors, front end loaders, and plow with wing relating to the winter control program.

Performs pre-trip inspections and is responsible for related documentation as per MTO and City of Hamilton policies and procedures such as 70 hours regulations

Interacts with the general public, representatives of external agencies, supervisors and co-workers in a courteous and respectful manner.

Operate and maintain a variety of hand tools such as but not limited to shovels, picks, power tools etc.

📌 Job ID #32301: Winter Operator (Canada)
🏢 The City of Hamilton
📍 Canada