Truck Driver Labourer - Seasonal

Township of Springwater•Springwater, ON

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Township of Springwater is recruiting for six (6) temporary, full-time seasonal positions of Truck Driver / Labourer - Seasonal to work from mid-November 2026 to mid-April 2027. These positions will report directly to the Supervisor Roads and will operate necessary public works equipment for the needs of the Roads and Fleet Department.

Requirements

Completion of Secondary School Diploma.
Minimum two (2) to five (5) years’ related experience and a demonstrated ability to successfully train in new duties.
A Valid Class DZ driver’s license in good standing with a satisfactory driving record is required.
Ability to carry out manual labour requiring physical dexterity for construction and maintenance efforts of the department in all weather conditions.
Ability to operate and maintain a variety of manual and power equipment.
Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and safety procedures.
Good communication skills.
Knowledge of the Highway Traffic Act, Minimum Maintenance Standards and Book 7 Traffic Control Setup.
Ability to work hours beyond the normal work week, including evenings and weekends and ability to work on a rotational basis or be on call.
As a condition of employment, the successful candidate(s) must submit a Criminal Record Check satisfactory to the Township.

Nice To Haves

Proficient with the use of computers including email, internet, work order and timekeeping software an asset.

Responsibilities

Operate vehicles include pickups and heavy-duty trucks between 1,000 and 30,000 kg Gross Vehicle Registered Weight (GVRW) equipped with construction, snow and ice maintenance attachments, pre-wet tanks or attachment controls.
Operate front end farm tractor loaders, four-wheel drive articulating loaders or rubber tire backhoe loaders for the purpose of loading gravel, sand or stone materials onto trucks as operated.
Operate and maintain various hand power tools, chainsaws and woodchippers.
Operate industrial tractors and related attachments.
Operate pumps and devices required by the loading of water or salt brine materials for seasonal construction and maintenance.
Carry out manual labour including but not limited to, cold patching, tree and brush removal, sign installations, requiring articulate physical dexterity for construction and maintenance efforts of the department.
Maintain accurate timesheet, material haul records and hours of work logs in accordance with municipal policy and provincial legislation.
Maintain accurate maintenance and equipment records.
Assist in ensuring departmental equipment is kept in good working order through regular inspection and maintenance programs. Ensures assigned vehicles are fueled and cleaned on daily basis.
Conduct vehicle inspection and maintain truck records as required by MTO audits and municipal policy.
Conduct pre-use inspection forms on vehicles and equipment as required by municipal health and safety policies.
Attend training courses and seminars as required.
Carry out such other duties and responsibilities as assigned.