Employment Opportunity: Winter Maintenance Operator

MUNICIPALITY OF MARMORA AND LAKE

The Municipality of Marmora and Lake Transportation Services Department
 invites applications for the temporary full-time position of:

Winter Maintenance Operator
November 2, 2026, to April 12, 2027

 

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to and under the direction of the Manager of Transportation Services, the Operator will be responsible for a variety of tasks related to winter maintenance of Marmora and Lake’s municipal roads.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum “D” Driver License with “Z” Endorsement and acceptable driving record.

  • A minimum of one full winter control season driving experience operating a tandem, single or tri-axle plow truck with wing and sander (must be current, i.e. within the last five years).

  • Ability to safely and competently operate loaders, tractors and other equipment.

  • Mechanical aptitude to perform a wide variety of tasks relating to equipment maintenance, operation and repairs.

  • Available to be on call nights, weekends and public holidays.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

  • Safe, competent and efficient operation of departmental equipment as part of winter maintenance program, including but not limited to:

    • using a tandem snow plow with plow and wing,

    • operating a front end loader

    • operating and maintaining other equipment as required.

  • Service, maintenance and repair of assigned equipment.

  • Ability to read and understand current legislation as it pertains to the Hours of Work legislation, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Highway Traffic Act, Minimum Maintenance Standards, Municipal Policies, Operational Guidelines, and other legislation and laws as applicable.

  • Ability to work independently and as an effective member of a team.

  • Other related duties, as requested and required.

How to apply:

Current Driver Abstract must be submitted with resume
, along with all certificates of completed training. Additionally, a minimum of three (3) references must be supplied with current contact information.

The Municipality offers a competitive salary based on education, experience, and qualifications. The hourly wage for this position ranges from $27.10 to $32.27, and OMERS pension is also available, in accordance with the collective agreement. This is a union position, with the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 793.

The successful applicant must provide a criminal record check.

Note: The Municipality does not currently use AI tools in the screening or assessment of candidates for this role.

Applications should be submitted no later than 12:00 p.m., on October 2, 2026, to:

Municipality of Marmora and Lake
Attention: Celeste Bonter-Northey, Transportation Services Coordinator
PO Box 459, 12 Bursthall Street
Marmora, ON K0K 2M0 

Email: roads@marmoraandlake.ca  Fax: (613) 472-2232  

Although we appreciate all applicant submissions, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

The Municipality of Marmora and Lake is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment and welcomes submissions from all qualified applicants. Personal information submitted will be used for the purpose of determining suitability for this competition only in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

The Municipality is also committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment, selection, and employment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to make their needs known in advance.

Megan Abraham