Public Works Operator

The Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc – Full-Time Job Opportunity

Public Works Operator

The Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc is looking for someone who shares our values of teamwork, respect, honesty and commitment. You will be joining a team of dedicated, professional and committed co-workers, willing to go the extra mile to serve residents and ratepayers. Our mission is to lead and serve our communities by pursuing opportunities, leveraging partnerships and managing our resources to achieve growth. The bar is set high, but we strive to reach it together.

If you are looking for an opportunity to learn and grow and promote positive change in a friendly, safe environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Strathroy-Caradoc… Urban Opportunity, Rural Hospitality.

The Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc is currently accepting applications for one (1) full-time, permanent “Public Works Operator.” Please note this is a unionized position.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Manager of Public Works, the Public Works Operator carries out a variety of duties related to the maintenance and construction of municipal roadways, bridges, drainage, right-of-way elements, and signage including operating and maintaining equipment.

Goal Statement:

As a member of the Municipal team, each employee is responsible for serving the citizens of Strathroy-Caradoc by meeting the ratepayers' needs and expectations, as articulated by Council, by striving to be the best in everything we do through attitude, training and creativity, and for representing the Municipality as a strong, integrated organization dedicated to quality, sustainable and viable services.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform all general labour in the maintenance of the municipal roadways. Operates a variety of vehicles and equipment to ensure safe, clean and efficient roadways and related municipal properties within the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc.

• Maintain and service assigned Public Works Department equipment.

• Adhere to all safety procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment, at all times. Follow all safety controls in accordance with the Ontario Traffic Manuals while on all public right-of-ways.

• Operate all Public Works Department vehicles and equipment including: graders, single axle and tandem trucks, sanders, rollers, loaders, backhoes, street sweepers, small and large tractors with attachments and full range of power tools and equipment rented and owned, including the operation of snow plow and snow plow equipment.

• Repair, replace and/or install culverts, storm sewers, sidewalks, signs, safety devices, road fences, snow fences, tile drains, and catch basins.

• Complete utility locates for municipal infrastructure, including storm sewers and streetlight conduits, in response to Ontario One Call locate requests, ensuring accurate marking and documentation.

• Inspect, prune, trim and remove trees and brush along Municipal roads and pick up litter and debris.

• Service, wash and perform minor repairs on equipment, as needed.

• Weld and solder equipment during repair of equipment and fabricate accessories.

• Maintain and clean Public Works facilities.

• Use safety equipment as required and report any issues with safety equipment to the Manager of Public Works.

• Ensure any chemicals on Municipal property are identified and properly documented in accordance with current WHMIS standards.

• Maintain accurate logs of all daily activity and file such logs with the Manager of Public Works at the end of each day.

• Weigh and record weight of gravel, sand, salt with equipment while loading/unloading

• Monitor the work of gas, hydro and telephone crews when working on Municipal property/roads.

• Report road conditions, damage, vandalism to signs and services, and any potential hazards related to the Municipal road system, and report any deficiencies or concerns.

• Complete work orders set by the Manager of Public Works using the mobile maintenance management software.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum OSSD or equivalent education or experience
• Must have and maintain a minimum Class “D” Driver’s Licence or equivalent with “Z” endorsement and a satisfactory driver’s abstract
• Must be willing to work flexible and sometimes long hours. Must be available to be on call as required
• Three (3) years experience operating road maintenance equipment is preferred. Must be prepared to take the necessary courses to become qualified to operate all department equipment
• Completion of T.J. Mahony and/or C.S. Anderson courses an asset
• High mechanical aptitude required
• Proficient with Computerized Work Flow and Reporting including mobile maintenance management systems and Work Orders
• All municipal employees must demonstrate basic digital literacy, including the ability to use the Microsoft business productivity suite, communicate electronically, protect confidential information, follow cybersecurity practices, and learn required municipal systems
• Arborist training and experience an asset
• Welding and metal fabricating skills an asset
• Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills
• Maintain a positive public image working with or in view of the general public
• Provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check prior to starting employment
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada

Compensation:

Wage: As per CBA - $32.35 per hour (2026 rate)
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package and participation in the OMERS defined benefit pension plan

Posting Type: Existing Vacancy

Posting Date: August 27, 2026

Closing Date: September 8, 2026 @ 12:00pm

We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Personal information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only for employment purposes. The Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.