Heavy Equipment Operators (Seasonal Winter Snow Clearing)

At a glance

• Seasonal unionized positions
• Minimum 40 hours per week during winter season
• Rate of pay as per collective agreement
• Application deadline: 4:00 PM Friday November 13th, 2026
• Submit to: careers@torbay.ca
• Location: Town of Torbay, Newfoundland and Labrador

Full posting

EXTERNAL POSTING Heavy Equipment Operators – Seasonal 2026/27 Winter Snow Clearing The Town of Torbay is currently searching for qualified Heavy Equipment Operators to work in its Infrastructure and Public Works Department. These are seasonal unionized positions for the purposes of snow clearing operations. These positions will be scheduled for a minimum of 40 hours per week during the winter season as determined by the Town of Torbay. Duties include but are not limited to: • The operation of heavy equipment for snow clearing operations. • The performing of light maintenance work on the Town’s equipment. • Performing a variety of tasks associated with the maintenance and repairs of the Town’s roads. • All other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Infrastructure and Public Works, Director of Infrastructure and Public Works or the Chief Administrative Officer. Qualifications: • High school diploma (or equivalent). • Completion of a provincially registered apprentice heavy equipment operator training program. • Previous experience as a heavy equipment operator would be considered an asset. • Class 03 driver’s license with class 05, 08, and 09/09A endorsements. • Valid Training Certificates in Power Line Hazards, Trenching & Excavation, TCP Level 1 and WHMIS. • Criminal Records Screening Certificate issued by the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary. Rate of Pay: As per the collective agreement. Application Process: Interested applicants are required to submit a copy of their resume, heavy equipment operator diploma, driver’s license, driver’s abstract, criminal records screening certificate and the applicable training course certificates as outlined above prior to 4:00PM on Friday November 13th, 2026 to careers@torbay.ca The Town of Torbay wishes to thank all interested applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.