Overview
TOWN OF PETAWAWA
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
LABOURER/OPERATOR
(Contract position for the period of November 2026 to April 2027 with the possibility of extension)
The Town of Petawawa is currently seeking applications for one (1) temporary Labourer/Operator position
for the Public Works Department to assist with winter maintenance and operations.
Description of Position:
• Performs winter maintenance, including snow clearing of sidewalks and application of sand/salt,
snow removal and traffic control
• Performs routine maintenance and repairs on Public Works equipment and vehicles (sidewalk
tractors, pickup trucks, loaders, etc.)
• Responsible for equipment cleaning and general housekeeping of garage spaces
• Carries out assignments using a variety of vehicles and heavy equipment, as well as power and
hand tools
• A full job description is available at petawawa.ca
Qualifications:
• Class G driver’s license required, DZ license is an asset
• Ability to operate a variety of machinery and equipment safely and efficiently
• Knowledge of road maintenance activities and safety procedures
• Ability to handle physical demands of the position
Rate of Pay & Hours of Work:
• $20.83 per hour plus 4% vacation pay
• Regular hours of work are 40 hours per week
• Overtime and unusual hours may be required to handle Public Works emergencies and poor
weather conditions
Application Instructions:
Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and detailed resume by 4:30 PM on Tuesday,
November 3, 2026, to:
Town of Petawawa
employment@petawawa.ca
ATTN: Labourer/Operator
The Town of Petawawa is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest;
however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. If selected to participate in the
recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the Town of Petawawa of the nature of
any accommodation(s) that you may require to ensure your equal participation. All personal information is
collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
