Operator, Roads; Periodic

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• Job :
  Operator, Roads (Periodic Posting)
• Union: CUPE Local 5167
• Job Description  #: 6036
• Vacancy type:
  This posting will be used to fill current vacancies, as well as any further vacancies which arise during the period noted below
• Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Periodic Posting:
Please note that this posting will be used to fill all upcoming vacancies between November 16, 2026 and May 17, 2027.

Reports to District Supervisor of roadway maintenance within the Transportation Division – Roadway Maintenance Section.

Operators within Roadway Maintenance perform duties across various seasonal programs, including but are not limited to:

• Road surface repair with hot and cold asphalt materials
• Road shoulder maintenance
• General ground litter/right of way debris removal.
• Roadside mowing & mechanical weed trimming
• Ditching & Culvert maintenance
• Sidewalk maintenance
• Vegetation management
• General aesthetic maintenance

Operates and performs basic inspections and maintenance on various pieces of equipment such as but not limited to: crew cabs, mechanical equipment and associated implements, backhoes, tractors, loaders, dump trucks, sweepers, asphalt rollers, flushers, and crew cabs with crane and/or electric tailgate attachments.

Must conduct pre/post trip inspections on all equipment that the Operator is assigned and qualified to operate. i.e. dump truck, crew cab, etc.

Operates hand tools and power tools with competence for summer maintenance programs. Such tools would include, but not limited to: shovels, picks, various grass cutting equipment, compressor, jackhammer, pumps, hot box components, concrete/chain/chop saws, grinder, small power tools, compactor, drills, leaf blowers, trash pumps, compaction equipment, and a variety of hand tools.

Performs duties in various locations of the Roadway Maintenance Section. Duties vary dependant on location, rural or urban setting. All locations present different site conditions such as walking, bending, lifting, twisting shovelling, kneeling & standing for prolonged periods may be required as part of this position. Duties include but not limited to filling potholes, shovelling, manual labour, traffic control (flagging), operation of various power tools, vehicles, grass cutting equipment, driving specialized equipment, concrete repairs, ground restoration duties, litter/bulk pick up, working around water.

Performs basic inspections and minor preventative maintenance on tools and equipment.

Works as part of a team and or independently. Must be a motivated self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Completes documentation such as but not limited to: daily activity logs, inspection sheets (i.e. pre-trip) and various reports, as required.

Interacts with the general public, external agencies, supervisors and co-workers in a courteous and respectful manner that uphold the City of Hamilton s’ Corporate values.

Works with competent knowledge in accordance with the provisions of…