Operator Class 2 (2 positions) | Closes July 2, 2025

File #: 2025-O-011
Position: Operator Class 2
Classification: Full-Time OPSEU Bargaining Unit
Weekly Hours: 40 hours per week 
Number of Vacancies: 2
Department: Public Works
Wage Information: An hourly rate of pay of $27.88 (starting) - $29.00 (after 3 months) - $30.16 (after 12 months)
Closing Date: July 2, 2025

Reporting to the Public Works Foreperson or designate, the Operator Class 2 is responsible for performing departmental operations including, but not limited to, road and roadside maintenance and construction, as well as infrastructure repairs. Other responsibilities include winter road patrol, winter sand/salt, snow plow and snow removal functions; operating various equipment including, but not limited to, single and tandem axle plow trucks with associated winter maintenance equipment such as pre-wet pumps, sander, tanker, and dump bodies, snow plow blade and wing attachments; front-end loaders, sidewalk plows, limb chipper, chainsaws, weed trimmers and quick-cut saws.

Position Responsibilities:

• Perform Public Works operations for year-round road maintenance, construction and infrastructure repairs including but not limited to: winter patrol, sanding, salting and snow plowing, traffic control; maintenance of parks’ facilities, docks and wharfs; repair of pot holes, road and entrance culverts; hard top and loose top surface patching and maintenance; sign repairs and replacement; debris and beaver dam removal; and performing manual labour and minor mechanical maintenance, as necessary.
• Perform tree removal, tree limbing, roadside brushing and roadside vegetation removal, as required.
• Monitor road conditions and conduct the call out for roadway maintenance when required for snowplows, sanders and hired contractors.
• Perform various operations related to parks, trails, municipal properties and facilities.
• Maintain equipment by performing greasing, cleaning, minor repairs and service.
• Lead a crew of members in safe working operations as directed by the Public Works Foreperson or designate.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in winter sand/salt, snowplow, snow removal and road and roadside maintenance operations. Construction and infrastructure repairs experience is an asset.
• Good working knowledge of the Ontario Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, MTO Traffic Control (Book 7) and WHMIS 2015.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work effectively in a team environment and to exhibit courtesy, tact and diplomacy in dealing with the public, department officials and other members of staff. Ability to adhere to confidentiality requirements at all times.
• Demonstrated experience operating propane torch kits.
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.  Experience using associated public works programs is an asset.
• Adequate written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills.
• Availability to work on a 24-hour call-out basis, shifts including evening and weekends, stand-by and overtime.
• Ability to provide an acceptable current criminal record check.
• A valid Class “D” Ontario Driver’s License with a “Z” air brake endorsement in good standing with a current and acceptable Driver’s Abstract.

Apply to this opportunity by 4:30 p.m. on July 2, 2025 with your cover letter and resume, quoting File 2025-O-011 and your first and last name to: humanresources@bracebridge.ca.

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

The Town of Bracebridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to meeting its obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Questions regarding collection of information or accommodation should be directed to the Corporate Services Department at (705) 645-5264.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, S.O. 2001, c.25 and will be used to determine employment eligibility.