Job Description

IMPORTANT: Pls also apply with additional information at

RafatSnowJobs.ca

. This will prioritize your application and ensure we review your submission thoroughly.

Client:

York Region Road SnowPlow and Salters

Location:

2850 Rutherford Road, Vaughan (York SouthWest Camp)

About Us

Rafat General Contracting is a leading infrastructure construction company in Ontario, delivering critical municipal services across the GTA. For over 30 years, we've been a trusted partner in winter maintenance, ensuring safe and reliable roadways for the travelling public.

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated

Winter Maintenance Camp Supervisor

to lead operations at our

York Region, Vaughan

snow plow camp. Each camp consists of

80-120 DZ/AZ licensed drivers and support staff

. Supervisory responsibilities are shared between

two Camp Supervisors

, who split shifts during extended winter events and report directly to the

Winter Maintenance Operations Manager

.

Role Overview

The Winter Maintenance Camp Supervisor is responsible for ensuring the

safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of winter operations

within their assigned camp. Working closely with a co-supervisor, this role covers both the

administrative and operational functions

of the camp, including staffing, dispatching, equipment readiness, compliance, and reporting.

Acting as a

primary liaison with York Region supervisors and patrollers

, the Supervisor ensures that plowing, salting, and snow/ice control operations are delivered to municipal performance standards while managing large crews under demanding conditions.

Key Responsibilities

Supervision & Management

Oversee

80-120 DZ/AZ snow plow drivers

, Camp Coordinators, subcontractors, and yard staff. Share leadership responsibilities with a co-supervisor, splitting shifts to provide continuous coverage during extended winter events. Manage tandem and triaxle plows, brine trucks, loaders, and support equipment to ensure roads are cleared to York Region standards. Ensure all personnel, equipment, and materials are ready to commence operations within one hour of notification. Perform quality control inspections during events and ensure compliance with contract requirements.

Operational Readiness & Execution

Maintain 24/7 operational readiness throughout the winter season in partnership with a co-supervisor. Coordinate dispatch, scheduling, and route assignments for drivers. Monitor weather forecasts, GPS tracking, and video systems to adjust resources as needed. Oversee yard logistics, including salt, brine, fuel, calibrations, and preventative maintenance of trucks and equipment. Ensure sufficient replacement staff and operators are available for continuous service.

Administrative & Compliance Oversight

Ensure accurate and timely completion of all documentation: pre-trip inspections, salt and route sheets, fleet logs, calibration reports, hours of service, payroll logs, subcontractor invoices, and York Region submissions. Lead Health & Safety initiatives, including toolbox talks, incident reporting, and OHSA compliance. Support onboarding, training, and evaluation of new drivers and subcontractors. Report damages, breakdowns, and anomalies to York Region and company leadership promptly.

Communication & Liaison

Act as a primary point of contact with York Region supervisors and patrollers. Provide timely updates and event reporting to municipal representatives and the Winter Maintenance Operations Manager. Ensure strong two-way communication with drivers, coordinators, and mechanics during events. Remain accessible by phone during assigned shifts throughout the contract period.

Qualifications

Minimum 5+ years of experience supervising

winter maintenance operations, trucking, or construction crews

. Strong knowledge of winter operations, snow and ice control equipment, and Health & Safety protocols. Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage large crews under time-sensitive, high-pressure conditions. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, File Explorer) -

advanced Excel skills required

. Familiarity with municipal contracts, reporting systems, GPS/video monitoring, and compliance procedures. DZ or AZ driver's license an asset (not required, but beneficial).
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Seasonal

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Vision care
Application question(s):

What Snowplow Camps were you a part of? If any? Pls remember to also apply at RafatSnowJobs.ca for faster processing.
Experience:

Snowplowing (roads): 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person