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This position is responsible for assisting in the transportation of the City’s plow trucks, buses and other small-to-medium sized Public Works vehicles and equipment.
Job Title: Temporary Shunt Driver
Wage : $25.76 (2026)
Reports To Fleet Supervisor
Department Public Works
Location Fleet Services. Work location may vary; travel throughout the City of Kawartha Lakes will be required.
Hours Temporary, full-time hours. Normal Working Hours are 40 hours per week with core working hours between 6:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. May be required to work additional hours: day, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours.
Other Combination of general shop environment and off site travel. Work in all weather conditions. including prolonged periods of heat, rain or snow, while respecting safe work practices Attend various locations throughout the day moving vehicles and equipment between designated locations. Ability to exert up to 22.2 kg (50 lbs) of force occasionally, and/or up to 8.9 kg (20 lbs) or force frequently, and/or up to 4.4 kg (10 lbs) of force constantly to move objects
Facilitate the transportation of vehicles and equipment for servicing and repairs in coordination with management and team members
Operate a variety of equipment including, but not limited to: towing and recovery equipment, dump truck, front end loader, forklift, skid steer, truck and trailer in; fuel City vehicles and equipment, as required; report any maintenance issues to management
Maintain electronic reports and monitor/respond to work order management system requests and scheduling
Working with team members, contractors/suppliers, participate in the planning of equipment movement and supply pick up
Perform minor repairs including, but not limited to: boosting batteries, flat tire changes, greasing equipment or parts, propane refill, wheel and tire mounting; balancing and torqueing; hoisting and rigging
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Assist with part and product pick-ups and deliveries; communicate status and drop-off times to department stakeholders
Assist with the upkeep of a clean work environment by disposing of garbage, cleaning shop floor and shop exterior, as needed
Provide Fleet Depot yard and winter maintenance including, but not limited to: snow plowing and snow removal using assigned equipment, as necessary (i.e. sidewalk and pickup truck snowplow, front end loader)
Keep daily time sheets, equipment log sheets and hours of work log sheets for supervisor review and approval
Follow prescribed health and safety procedures including wearing personal protective equipment
Administer defined procedures and recommend solutions to challenges or process improvements
Work collaboratively with others to deliver the outcomes as defined; report any challenges to supervisor and/or manager
Respond to customer service concerns; participating in problem solving and providing information to crew lead and/or supervisor, as appropriate
Maintain documentation, databases and corporate records in accordance with policy and divisional practice; consider legislative municipal requirements such as the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA)
Perform other related duties as assigned
Normal working hours are 40 hours per week with core working hours between 6:30am and 5:00pm
May be required to work varied and additional hours: day, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours
Combination of general shop environment and off-site travel
Work in all weather conditions, including prolonged periods of heat, rain or snow, while respecting safe work practices
Attend various locations throughout the day moving vehicles and equipment between designated locations
Ability to exert up to 22.2 kg (50 lbs) of force occasionally, and/or up to 8.9 kg (20 lbs) or force frequently, and/or up to 4.4 kg (10 lbs) of force constantly to move objects
The City of Kawartha Lakes is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and supportive workplace. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
We are dedicated to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please let us know of any accommodations you may require. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met throughout the recruitment and selection process.
Single-tier Canadian municipal government providing local public services to Kawartha Lakes residents, businesses, and visitors.
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Entry · 1+ years experience
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