Public Works Grader Operator - Full Time - Unionized Position

The Township of Norwich, with a population of approximately 11,367, is one of five rural Townships within the County of Oxford. The municipality is seeking a full time Public Works Grader Operator.  This is a unionized position with a Collective Agreement between the Township of Norwich and CUPE Local 1589.  The start rate of pay will be $26.33 per hour, as per the Collective Agreement. You will also receive benefits and be enrolled into a Pension Plan (OMERS).

Reporting to the Road and Construction Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for, but not limited to the safe and efficient operation of snow and ice removal, operating Township equipment, vehicles and a variety of hand and power tools to perform assigned maintenance and repair tasks, and other assigned duties as required.  The Township may, from time to time, review and amend your duties, responsibilities and reporting relationships as it deems necessary.   This position will be day/shift work, including evenings and weekends.

 QUALIFICATIONS must include the following:

• Must possess and maintain a valid class DZ or AZ Ontario Driver’s Licence
• Must be capable of satisfactory operation of the road grader
• Minimum one (1) year experience in the maintenance of dump trucks and other various types of heavy equipment
• Minimum one (1) year experience in the operation of heavy trucks and equipment for the purpose of winter and summer maintenance in Public Works
• Working knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act 

A detailed job description can be found on our website at: www.norwich.ca

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply by submitting a resume and a letter detailing how they meet these qualifications by 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 12th, 2025, to:

Mary Winegarden

Human Resources Coordinator

Phone #519/667-2000 Ext. 7616

E-mail address:    mwinegarden@norwich.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Personal information collected will be used solely for applicant selection in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.  The Township of Norwich is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA) upon advance notice of specific accommodation required