Winter Equipment Operator

Existing Vacancy: Want to join a Best Place to Work in Snow and Ice Management in North America?
Wild Ridge Landscapes is an award-winning, mid-sized landscape and winter services company looking to add Winter Equipment Operators to our team to assist with ice and snow removal operations.

Our landscape maintenance and snow teams work together to ensure the highest standards of care are being met while we service commercial and residential properties throughout Ottawa. As an organization, we have an intentional focus on growing and mentoring staff, serving clients with excellence, and leaving a beautiful and lasting impression on our city.

We Offer:

• Guaranteed minimum of 15 hours per week from December through March
  
• $2/hour bonus for all snow removal work
• Free snacks and regular company events
• Free on-site parking
• RRSP matching program and Health Spending Account (HSA) for year-round full-time employees
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Professional development and ongoing training
• Supportive team environment with experienced and approachable management

Job Title:

Winter Equipment Operator

Job Type:

Fixed-term contract (November 2025-April 2026)

Pay Rate:

$25-$35 per hour

Main Purpose of Job:

Safely and efficiently manage an assigned snow route with the necessary equipment.

Reports to:

Snow Division Manager

Regional Winter Supervisor

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Requires on-call availability 24-7, with 1 hour response time
  
• Safely operate one or more of the following equipment: skid steer, plow truck, salt truck, tractor with plow, loader
• Responsible for all winter snow clearing, salting, and related activities as assigned by managers and supervisors
• Responsible for completing assigned routes in an efficient and timely manner
• Ensuring that Company’s high safety and quality standards are followed
• Responsible for timesheets and other required documentation to be done accurately and in a timely manner, using company software applications such as LMN and Slack
• Heavy lifting is a requirement and a key part of the job
• Safe handling of gasoline, oils, diesel fuels, grease and other equipment related fluids etc.
• Shop work, vehicle and equipment maintenance activities as assigned
• Willingness to work in all types of weather and at irregular times

Working Conditions:

• Employees will be asked to work in mild to very cold weather conditions. This may include icy roads and stormy skies
• In all seasons, employees need to be prepared to be asked to work in rainy conditions and to bring appropriate gear such as rain jackets
• Crew members can expect to occasionally be exposed to chemicals such as gasoline and lubricants

Physical Requirements:

Strength Guidelines

• Can expect to be asked to lift up to 50 lbs.

Motion Parameters

• Crew members can expect to be on their feet for long periods of time. The job requires walking, bending and repetitive lifting

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organization and the overall business objectives of the organization.

Wild Ridge Landscapes Inc. is an equal opportunity employer proud of its diverse team.

Please contact [email protected], or call (343) 309-5449, if you require accommodation during the hiring process.

Apply now via our company website at https://wildridge.bamboohr.com/careers , or send your resume to [email protected] to be considered for this position.