Temporary Workers - Roads (Winter

100 Burwell Rd, St Thomas, ON N5P 3R8, Canada

Posted Monday, August 10, 2026 at 4:00 a.m. | Expires Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 3:59 a.m.

THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF ST. THOMAS
has existing vacancies for the following position(s):

TEMPORARY WORKERS (Roads)

Duration (Approx. November 15/26 - March 15/27)
Four (4) Positions

Job Posting #

Roads and Transportation/Environmental Services

Various locations throughout the City

Workweek may include Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 3:30 pm, 12 noon to 6:00pm, 11:30 pm to 7:30 am (subject to change)

CUPE Local 35

Under the general supervision of the Supervisor of Roads & Traffic and technical direction and guidance of the Roads and Transportation - Lead Hand performs various tasks of inspecting and maintaining the City’s transportation network and related infrastructure, during the winter maintenance season, within approved policies and guidelines, and in compliance with legislative requirements, though the operation of a maintenance related equipment.

Provides scheduled patrol of the municipal roadways during the winter season evaluating the need for winter control.

• Operates winter control equipment including snowplows and trucks with/without spreaders and sidewalk plows as required within established operating procedures in accordance with applicable policies and standards to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Performs snow shovelling, sanding and salting of bus stops, crossing guard and other locations.
• Performs winter road patrol (road inspection) of municipal roadways and walkway documenting snow and ice conditions.
• Refers unusual situations to the attention of the Supervisor or designate, including unsafe working conditions, road safety concerns and other public safety issues so that appropriate action may be taken.
• Discusses plans and priorities with the Supervisor or designate through timely communication during winter weather events.
• Completes and ensures Daily Work Activity Report/Log are completed both manually and/or electronically, pre and post trip inspections are completed, and any deficiencies are reported to their Supervisor.
• Maintains facility, tools, equipment and vehicles in a clean and tidy condition.
• Performs routine maintenance on equipment. Fuels and lubricates (oil and grease) equipment and makes minor repairs (ie. sharpening, changing blades). Removing and installing buckets, brooms, harnesses, and plows.
• Complies with all applicable regulations and requirements of the Occupational Health & Safety Act, The Highway Traffic Act, Federal and Provincial regulations, including Corporate, departmental, and divisional, policies, procedures and operating plans.
• Completes and maintains departmental paperwork through field sheets and/or electronic devices including inspection and activity logs, work orders, maintenance record keeping, patrol records and weather conditions.
• Pickup and disposal of garbage, needles, dead animals, and other debris as required.
• Assists with road maintenance activities including asphalt laying, sidewalks and curbs, cleaning of vehicles, equipment and public works building. Assists with parks maintenance, as required.
• Uses hand & power tools, operates light trucks, sidewalk plow, compressors, and street signing equipment.
• Performs other such related duties, responsibilities and functions as may be assigned.

Note:

The major tasks and responsibilities outlined above are representative but not all-inclusive. All activities are expected to be performed in a safe manner in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its Regulations along with Corporate Safety policies, procedures and programs. In addition, all necessary personal protective equipment must be used and maintained in good condition. This position must be compliant with all provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, related to “Duties of a Worker.”

Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent.

1- year demonstrated experience in winter maintenance equipment operation,…