Winter Maintenance Operator (1306-26-15)

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Posting Details:

• Application Deadline: Thursday,   August 27, 2026 at 12:00pm (noon)
• Contract Start Date:  October 19 to April 15, with the option to extend based on operational needs and weather conditions.
• Position Status:  Full-time, temporary contract until the end of the winter season
• Openings: Up to 12 vacancies
• Hourly Rate: $32.77 per hour (effective October 1, 2026)
• Hours per Week:  40 hours per week. Schedule varies according to shift assignment (day or night shift). Overtime may be available during winter storms and other weather-related operations.
• Position Location: Douro, Ontario. 
• Position Group: Unionized, CUPE 1306
• Competition #: 1306-26-15
• Job Description:  Winter Maintenance Operator

What you'll do: 
As a member of Planning, Development & Public Works, the Winter Maintenance Operator will be responsible for various winter maintenance activities such as sanding, salting, snow and ice removal, and maintenance and repair services to County roads.

• Work Schedule:  To ensure coverage for public safety, the Winter Maintenance Operator work schedule includes both a day and night shift; shifts will be assigned by management. You may also be required to work evenings and weekends to ensure safety and compliance during winter storms.
• Road & Roadside Maintenance: You will perform activities such as traffic control (flagging), sign repair and replacement, fence and guide rail installs and replacements, road and culvert clean up and repairs, and assistance with other road maintenance duties as assigned.
• Equipment Operation : You will be assisting with the maintenance of road conditions by operating a one-person plow truck for sanding, salting and plowing roads, and front end loaders to load trucks. You will be required to perform routine inspection and maintenances, and may be required to transport personnel, equipment and materials between work sites throughout the County.

In accordance with County Policy, a Police Record Check that is acceptable to the County will be required as a condition of employment.

Selection Process: Get ready to showcase your skills! The selection process will take place during the week of August 31st; candidates invited to take part in the selection process will be notified via email. Keep a close eye on your email to ensure you don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. 

This job is for you if…

• Our non-negotiables: You have a DZ license or higher. You take pride in your work and are committed to working evenings and weekends to respond to winter storms. You have experience operating an 8-10 speed manual transmission tandem dump truck.
• Experience: You have experience working in labour intensive jobs such as construction, road maintenance, property maintenance, or a related field. You are comfortable operating equipment such as pickup trucks, tandem trucks, backhoes, loaders, forklifts, chainsaws, and chippers. Previous experience with snow removal, traffic control and flagging would be considered an asset.
• Skills: You thrive working outside in all weather conditions. You excel when working as part of a team and know the value of a customer-based approach when communicating with members of the public. You are flexible and are comfortable with changing priorities and work tasks due to operational requirements and weather conditions.
• Community:  You take pride in serving a community that offers a diverse landscape, tourist attractions, a booming downtown scene, a lively arts community, and a strong local business sector. Its important to you that our County roads are maintained and safe for travel by our residents and your fellow employees.
• Perks: You enjoy the freedom and flexibility of working outdoors, and tackling various weather conditions is second nature to you. You are excited about the idea that your “office view” will change week-to-week as you explore new areas of Peterborough County! 
• Benefits:  You want to work for an organization that offers OMERS pension enrollment, access to an employee assistance program, and a benefits package.
• Culture:  You thrive in a collaborative and safety conscious environment that takes pride in serving the Peterborough community. 

Fraud Alert: Please be aware of recruitment‑related fraud. Applicants interested in opportunities with Peterborough County should apply directly through posted vacancies on our Career Page. Peterborough County communicates directly with applicants and will never require payment or charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process or request sensitive personal information before an offer of employment has been formally accepted. 

For more information on our selection process and fraud alert information, please see our Careers Page . If you believe someone is impersonating Peterborough County or conducting fraudulent recruitment activity, please contact us immediately at View email address on peterboroughcounty.applytojob.com .

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the information gathered will be used for the purpose of job selection.

Accessibility: Peterborough County embraces diversity and is an equal-opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process. Join us in building a diverse and inclusive workplace! 

If you require this information in an accessible format, please contact the People Services Department at View email address on peterboroughcounty.applytojob.com . Candidates invited to participate in the selection process will be provided a full copy of the job description.