Winter Contract Equipment Operators
Municipality of North Grenville
POSTING #: PW-2026-006

North Grenville is a growing municipality located in eastern Ontario housing a unique blend of small town and rural culture. Comprised of an urban centre (Kemptville) and surrounded by several charming rural hamlets, North Grenville is situated between Canada’s National Capital - Ottawa and the St. Lawrence River, only a 30-minute drive along the Veterans Memorial Highway (416), to either destination.

 Application:

The Municipality of North Grenville is seeking to fill 9 (nine) Seasonal Winter Contract Equipment Operator positions within the Public Works Department. These seasonal contract positions are anticipated to run from November 23, 2026, to April 4, 2027. Interested applicants may submit a cover letter and resume outlining qualification in confidence to Human Resources by Tuesday August 18th, 2026, no later than 4:00 p.m. EST.

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Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Roads Foreman, the Seasonal Winter Equipment Operator is responsible for performing winter maintenance/control activities of the road and sidewalk system by operating snowplows, sand/salt trucks, sidewalk equipment and winter control machinery and equipment as assigned.

The position will provide excellent customer service and ensure a positive image of the Municipality while conducting maintenance and control activities of the property.

Qualifications:

The position requires a Valid Class “DZ” Driver’s license and drivers abstract in good standing.

A proven ability through a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the operation of roads maintenance/construction equipment, such as a road grader and/or backhoe and/or loader.

Working Conditions:

• Severe weather: Regular exposure to heavy snow, freezing rain, high winds, and low temperatures.
• Physical effort: Tasks include heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.), climbing onto large machinery, and shoveling or manual labour.
• Safety gear: Mandatory use of CSA-approved steel-toe boots, high-visibility clothing, and personal protective equipment.

Compensation:

The salary for this position is $29.76 to $37.19 per hour. 

This posting is for upcoming seasonal vacancies.

We thank all those who apply; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Municipality of North Grenville is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and any other applicable legislation throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.