1 Join the Kitchener Public Works Team & Keep Our Community Moving This Winter
Location: Kitchener, ON, N2E 3K2 (On-site work, various locations including rural areas)
Start Date: November 1, 2025
Job Type: Seasonal Part-Time, leading to Full-Time
Salary: $30.25 to $33.50 per hour (To be negotiated based on experience)
Hours: Variable, 25 to 68 hours per week
About the Role
Are you a skilled and dependable operator looking for a hands-on, essential role in your community? Kitchener Public Works is seeking a Seasonal Urban Snow Removal Equipment Operator to join our team for the winter season. This is a critical position where you will be on the front lines, ensuring roads and sidewalks are safe and clear for our residents during winter weather events.
This role is classified as a Green Job, as your work directly contributes to public safety and efficient city operations, supporting positive environmental outcomes by maintaining clear and safe transportation routes.
Key Responsibilities
As a Snow Removal Equipment Operator, you will:
- Safely operate and maintain a variety of heavy equipment, including:
- Snowploughs
- Sanding and Salt Trucks
- Snowblowers
- Snow Transportation Trucks
- Perform pre- and post-trip inspections, checking, lubricating, refueling, and cleaning equipment.
- Spread sand and salt on roads and sidewalks for effective ice and snow control.
- Promptly report any equipment malfunctions or issues to your supervisor.
- Work collaboratively with a team to complete snow and ice clearing operations efficiently.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
- Environment:Â You will work in cold, refrigerated, noisy, and wet/damp conditions.
- Schedule:Â This role requires extreme flexibility. Shifts can be early morning, day, evening, night, weekends, and on-call. Overtime is required, especially during significant snow events.
- Physical Capabilities:Â The job involves a combination of sitting, standing, and walking. You must be able to handle weights of up to 23 kg (50 lbs) and work effectively under pressure with strong attention to detail.
Who We Are Looking For (Personal Suitability)
We are seeking a candidate who is:
- A proactive team player with excellent initiative.
- Possesses efficient interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
- Highly flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and shift schedules.
- Reliable and able to perform consistently under the demands of winter operations.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Education:Â No formal degree, certificate, or diploma is required.
- Experience:Â Previous experience operating snow removal or similar heavy equipment is a strong asset.
- Licence:Â A valid driver’s licence is mandatory.
- Driving Skills:Â Must be able to drive a manual transmission vehicle.
- Security Checks:Â Must pass a Driver’s Validity Licence Check and a Driving Record Check (abstract).
- Transportation:Â Public transportation is not available to the work sites. You must have your own reliable transportation.
What We Offer (Benefits)
- Financial Benefits:Â Competitive hourly wage with opportunities for overtime and a potential bonus.
- Work-Life Balance:Â Free parking available on-site.
- Career Growth:Â This is a seasonal part-time position with a strong potential to lead to full-time hours and future opportunities.
How to Apply
Ready to take on this essential and rewarding role?
Apply nowÂ
2 Job Opportunity: Snowfighter & Highway Operations Worker (On-Call, Winter Season)
Department: Transportation and Infrastructure
Location: Fredericton District (Various towns and communities – see list below)
Position Type: Casual, On-Call (November to April)
Hourly Wage: $23.72
About Us
Join a team that makes a real difference! The Government of New Brunswick is made up of over 45,000 dedicated people working to improve our province. Within that, the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure is crucial—we build and maintain the roads, schools, and hospitals that our communities rely on. Our work ensures the safe and efficient movement of people and goods across New Brunswick.
The Role
We are building a pool of on-call workers for the upcoming winter season to support our Highway Maintenance crews in the Fredericton District. As a Snowfighter and Operations Worker, you will be on the front lines, keeping our provincial highways safe during winter weather.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Operating heavy equipment, including a one-person plow truck.
- Plowing snow and spreading sand/salt on roads.
- Performing general highway construction and maintenance tasks.
- Conducting basic maintenance and minor repairs on your assigned equipment.
- Maintaining accurate work records.
Work Environment
- You will be based out of one of various locations within the Fredericton District.
- This role requires flexibility to work holidays, weekends, shifts, and variable hours.
- You will work in all weather conditions to keep the roads clear and safe.
- We promote a scent-reduced environment for the health and safety of our staff.
What You Bring (Required Qualifications)
- Education & Experience:Â A minimum of a Grade 10 education, plus at least three (3) years of experience operating heavy construction equipment.
- Driver’s License:Â A valid New Brunswick Class 3 Driver’s License with an air brake endorsement.
- Language:Â Written and spoken English is required.
Note: An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.
It’s a Plus If You Have (Asset Qualifications)
- Certification to operate a One-Person Plow.
Who You Are
We are looking for someone who is:
- A team player who collaborates well with others.
- An effective and clear communicator.
- Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and schedules.
- Focused on getting the job done safely and efficiently.
Important Application Details
- Residency:Â Preference will be given to residents living in the local areas we serve.
- Application Requirements:Â Please state your language capability and attach a copy of your driver’s license to your application.
- Your Résumé: Should be in chronological order, listing your education and work experience (including part-time and full-time roles) with months and years.
How to Apply
We encourage you to apply online, or by email or mail to the address below. Please reference the competition number.
Department of Transportation and Infrastructure – District 5
1025 College Hill Road, Fredericton, NB E3B 4J7
Email: District5Competitions@gnb.ca
Phone: (506) 453-2611
This posting will remain open until the positions are filled. We thank all applicants, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Competition Number: 22610
Our Commitment
The Government of New Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, and veterans.
Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans who are among the most qualified will be given preference.
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