Driver / Operator - Road maintenance I

Parks Canada; Canada; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Parks Canada is seeking a Driver/Operator - Road Maintenance to provide snow removal and road clearing services across park areas. The role requires operating Class 5 vehicles and grooming cross-country ski trails to keep trails safe and accessible.

Applicants must have a valid Class 5 driver's license, be willing to work irregular hours and travel as needed, and meet essential qualifications including relevant experience in snow removal and equipment operation within outdoor environments.

Qualifications

• Education and experience relevant to the position as described in the job posting.
• Experience operating snow removal and grooming equipment is preferred.
• Ability to follow health and safety standards on parks sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide snow removal and street/road clearing services using Class 5 vehicles.
• Groom cross-country ski trails and maintain park roads and perimeters.
• Support labor tasks for Mauricie National Park as needed.

Skills

Equipment operation

Health and safety

Verbal communication

Driver license class 5

Education

Secondary school diploma

Job description

Closing date:August 30, 2026 - 23:59, Pacific Time

Selection process number
2026-CAP-MWQ-EA-TERM-020

Salary
$27.83 to $30.26 per hour

Who can apply
All individuals who have legal status to work in Canada. Please indicale in your application the reason for which you are entitled to work in Canada: Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status or work permit.

Organization information
For further information on the organization, please visitParks Canada .

Duties
The Driver/Operator - Road Maintenance is responsible for providing snow removal and street and road clearing services using vehicles that require a Class 5 driver's license, as well as grooming
cross-country ski trails.
They perform maintenance on main roads, worksite perimeters, and secondary roads, and provide labor services for Mauricie National Park - Parks Canada.

Intent of the process
This process could be used to create a list of qualified candidates to fill similar positions with different employee statuses, security levels, or language requirements, in the same location or elsewhere in the country.

Positions to be filled
2

Important messages
You will be required to provide proof that you hold the required licenses, certifications, or diplomas upon request.Reference checks may be sought.An interview may be administered.

Conditions of employment

• Reliability Status security clearance


• Own and maintain a Class 5 driver's licence.

Operational Requirements

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Willingness to travel and work in all types of weather conditions and on varied terrain for extended periods.


• Willingness to work irregular hours, rotating shifts, overtime, and/or on weekends, statutory holidays, and provincial or territorial holidays as needed.


• Willingness to wear a Parks Canada uniform in accordance with the Parks Canada uniform policy.


• Ability to lift and carry a load of at least 25 pounds (approximately 9 kg) over short distances.

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
A secondary school diploma or an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience related to the position.

EXPERIENCE:
Recent and significant experience (at least 3 months within the last two (2) years) in snow removal on roads and trails, as well as in the grooming and maintenance of cross-country ski trails using various types of equipment?

Significant experience in the operation and maintenance of motorized vehicles (groomer, snowmobile, ATV, small tracked equipment) and mechanical tools ( chainsaw, brush cutter).

Applied / assessed at a later date

SKILLS

• Ability to operate various equipment such as groomers, snow removal vehicles, chainsaws, brush cutters, snowmobiles, ATVs, and small tracked machinery.


• Ability to perform basic mechanical maintenance on vehicles and equipment.


• Ability to operate various equipment competently while adhering to health and safety standards and the Highway Safety Code.


• Ability to communicate verbally to convey clear and precise instructions.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

May be applied / assessed at a later date

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (ASSETS):

• Experience to safely perform tree felling work


• Class 1 or Class 3 valid driver's license

Our commitment

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.