Snow Removal Salt Truck Operators

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We are seeking EXPERIENCED and reliable Salt Truck Operators to join our winter operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating our Salt Trucks and distributing salt on our commercial properties.

The ideal candidate will have a strong safety mindset and the ability to work on-call flexible hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, depending on weather conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate a salt truck safely and efficiently in accordance with company and provincial safety standards.
• Apply salt and/or de-icing materials to designated routes as directed by the Winter Operations Supervisor.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle and equipment, reporting any mechanical or safety issues.
• Load salt and de-icing materials using appropriate equipment (e.g., loader or skid steer, if trained and authorized).
• Monitor weather and road conditions during shifts and adjust operations as required.
• Maintain accurate records of materials used, route completion, and hours worked.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch and supervisors via radio or mobile device during operations.
• Follow all company policies and procedures, including environmental and safety regulations.
• Assist with snow removal operations when required (e.g., plowing, shoveling, or site cleanup).

Required Qualifications

• Availability for on-call shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays during winter storms.
• Strong work ethic, punctuality, and reliability.
• Previous experience operating salt trucks
• Valid G driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle to drive to work sites.
• Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs, bending, shovelling, and working outdoors for extended periods of time in cold, snowy, and icy conditions.
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible for on-call winter work.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Personal mobile device with a data plan (500MB monthly) for communication and using our work apps.

Working Conditions:

• Outdoor, physical work in cold, snowy, and icy conditions.
• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment with potential for long shifts during heavy snowfalls.

About Conestoga Contracting Group

Conestoga Contracting Group is a trusted leader in landscaping, construction, and winter maintenance services across Southwestern Ontario. We are committed to safety, professionalism, and delivering dependable service to our clients year-round. Our Winter Maintenance Division plays a critical role in ensuring roads, parking lots, and properties remain safe and accessible during winter weather events.

Job Type: Seasonal
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: $26.45-$30.00 per hour

Application question(s):

• Do you have a valid "G" license and a CLEAN abstract? (G2s will not be considered as we cannot insure you on our vehicles)

• Do you have your own vehicle to get to work? (this is a must-have as we can send you to different site locations at odd hours)

• Are you available 24/7 for shifts up to 16 hours including weekends, holidays, nights? (we need full availability, you will not be considered if you have other commitments like sports, babysitting, vacations, part-time jobs, school, other jobs even if only once a week. This job is completely weather dependent so when it snows, you have to come in)

• Are you 20-35 minutes away from Elmira? We need people to be near Elmira so we can act fast in SOS and emergency snow situations.

Work Location: In person