Now Hiring: Full-Time Public Works Equipment Operator

The Corporation of the Township of South-West Oxford

Requires a Public Works Equipment Operator (Full-Time)

The Township of South-West Oxford with a population of 7,730 is one of five rural Townships within the County of Oxford requires a full-time Public Works Equipment Operator. Strategically located along the Highway 401 corridor in the southwest corner of Oxford County, we offer a well-connected transportation network of Provincial, County, and Municipal roadways, supporting a thriving environment for residents and businesses alike.

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Foreman, the successful candidate will be responsible for operating vehicles and equipment – including road graders, tandem trucks, sanders, front end loaders, backhoes, tractors, and power tools – to support road maintenance, construction, winter servicing, and the upkeep of ditches and parks.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12 or equivalent).
• At least two (2) years' experience working with heavy machinery such as road graders, loaders, backhoes.
• Minimum two (2) year CVOR, tandem or tri-axle truck driving experience.
• Must possess a valid class “AZ” license (or valid “DZ” and obtain “AZ” within 1 year).
• Knowledge of road construction techniques.
• Equipment maintenance experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Safe and efficient operations of trucks and equipment in all weather conditions.

Salary and Benefits:

The Township offers 40 hours per week with a salary range of $27.59 to $34.49 per hour (Grade 3 on 2025 Township Grid) plus a comprehensive health benefits package and the OMERS Pension Plan.

Application Process:

The posting will close on Tuesday, May 13th, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. Please forward your resume, highlighting your qualifications and experience, to:

Emily Lavender-Ruple, Payroll & Benefits Administrator

Township of South-West Oxford

312915 Dereham Line, RR1

Mount Elgin, ON N0J 1N0

Email:  payroll@swox.org

The Township of South-West Oxford is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. Accommodations are available for candidates upon request in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Personal information collected will be used solely for applicant selection in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.