Labourer​/Equipment Operator (2 Full-Time Opportunities Available

Labourer/Equipment Operator (2 Full-Time Opportunities Available)

Start Date:

August 2026

Employment Status:
Full-time

Reporting To:
Roads Foreperson and Roads Operations Coordinator

Union Affiliation:
Non-union

Posting Date:
July 27, 2026

Closing Date:
August 10, 2026 at 4:30pm

Perth County is seeking two (2) full-time Labourer/Equipment Operators to join the Public Works department. This position is primarily responsible for providing a variety of construction, maintenance and repair services to roads and adjacent public property for the safety and convenience of the public.

• Responsible for conducting general maintenance functions for public works operations such as construction and maintenance projects and maintaining roads and bridges in good condition
• Required to respond to emergency requests
• Provides winter maintenance for specific portions of roads. Operates snowplows and sanding/salting truck to remove ice and snow from roads
• Performs routine equipment maintenance/repair tasks such as changing vehicle fluids, fueling, greasing, etc.
• Inspects equipment on regularly scheduled basis and reports any mechanical concerns to the Mechanic
• Forwarding public complaints regarding road conditions to Roads Foreperson/Operations Coordinator, Public Works
• Perform daily vehicle/equipment logs
• Patrols roads for maintenance and repairs
• Discusses plans and work schedules with the Lead hand including the most useful equipment for certain jobs
• Provides information and assistance as required
• Ensure that Occupational Health and Safety practices and County of Perth policies and procedures are adhered to; wear any personal protective equipment required to ensure personal safety and report any known hazards and/or incidents in the workplace to immediate Supervisor
• Performs other duties as assigned

• DZ License
• Secondary school diploma
• 1-2 years experience operating heavy machinery requiring a DZ license
• Ability to do small mechanical repairs
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety act
• Knowledge of how to assess mechanical breakdowns that require service

44 hours per week with availability to work evenings/weekends and on-call when required.

$67,450.24-$78,913.12 (based on Perth County’s 2026 salary grid).

• Health and dental benefit coverage
• Career development and training
• Employee and family assistance program
• Tuition assistance program

Personal information is collected under MFIPPA and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment.

The County of Perth is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.