Transportation Maintenance Worker (Heavy Equipment Operator)

Positions Available:Winters maintenance contracts begin October 2026 to April 2027.

Temporary Full-Time (40 hours)

Do you have equipment operator and general labour experience Are you looking for a rewarding career If so York Region wants you!

What We Need
Reporting to the the District Roads Supervisor with technical direction from the Lead Operator you are responsible for carrying out the full range of activities. Youll perform duties required to ensure the York Region road system is compliant with maintenance standards; and operate specialized heavy duty Regional and rented equipment as well as various manual labour tasks.

Who You Are
You are a team player with excellent communication critical thinking innovation and personal ownership
You embrace a behavior of employee involvement and commitment to excellence on the job
You interact with internal and external customers in a professional courteous and respectful manner that contributes toward a positive and productive work environment
You display a commitment to serving the community

What You Bring To York Region
Successful completion of a Secondary School diploma or equivalent approved combination of education and experience
Valid Ontario Class DZ drivers licence
Experience in the field of specialized heavy duty equipment and other equipment associated with road maintenance operations such as but not limited to dump trucks loaders tractors snow plows using a Tandem or Single Axle Roadway plow/salter chainsaws and grass-cutting equipment
Knowledge of specialized activities required in the maintenance and repair of road signs guideposts hazard protection devices and drainage installations and repairs would be considered an asset
Knowledge of equipment vehicle operations as they relate to road maintenance activities
Knowledge of summer and winter road maintenance activities and operations
A commitment to a healthy workplace for yourself and others by providing a safe and efficient road system
Ability to work rotating shifts perform standby duties and work outside regular business hours in adverse weather conditions as required.