Equipment Operator (Class 1 required)

Mainroad Group; Ponoka; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Mainroad Alberta Contracting LP in Ponoka, Alberta is seeking a dedicated Equipment Operator to join our expanding team. You will play a vital role in civil infrastructure maintenance, reporting to the Foreman, and working out of Ponoka, Alberta.

The position requires a high school diploma, a Class 1 driver’s licence with a clean abstract, and prior equipment operation and physical labour experience. Safety-minded and team-oriented candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Class 1 Driver’s Licence with clean abstract.
• Experience with equipment operation and manual labour.
• Knowledge of Motor Vehicle Act & Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Snow removal and winter operations.
• Traffic control, emergency responses, and highway maintenance.
• Roadside turnout maintenance, litter pickup, bridge washing.
• Patrols, grading, dust control on gravel roads.
• Re-gravelling and vegetation mowing; roadside repairs.
• Pavement marking, sign installation and repairs.
• Maintain equipment and vehicles; ensure serviceability.
• Record equipment malfunctions and maintenance needs.
• Secure all materials and tools; attend incidents for safety.

Skills

Team player

Safety-conscious

Strong communication

Physical stamina

Public safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Description

Mainroad Alberta Contracting LP is seeking a dedicated Equipment Operator to join our expanding team! In this position, you will play a vital role in civil infrastructure maintenance. This position is based out of Ponoka, Alberta, and will report to the Foreman.

Who we are:

Mainroad Alberta Contracting LP maintains over 4,600 kilometers of provincial highways within and around Lacombe, Ponoka, Red Deer, and Wetaskiwin counties. The Mainroad Group is an employee owned company recognized as a leader in providing innovative, safe and reliable maintenance, products and construction services for civil infrastructure works across Canada.

What we offer:

• Opportunity to work with a dedicated and skilled team.
• Chance to grow and develop your skills.

What you bring:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent).
• Class 1 Driver’s License and a clean abstract.
• Previous equipment operating and physical labour experience.
• Experience operating highway maintenance/snow removal equipment is an asset.
• Thorough knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Act and Regulations.
• Ability to work shifts, call-outs, weekends, and overtime.
• Willingness to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Capable of performing heavy physical labour.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Positive attitude with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Safety-conscious, dedicated, and committed.

This role involves a range of job duties, which include, but are not limited to:

• Snow removal and winter operations.
• Traffic control, emergency responses, highway surface maintenance, right-of-way maintenance, highway patrolling, shoulder maintenance/grading, plowing, sanding/salting, drainage maintenance.
• Roadside turnout maintenance, garbage pick up, bridge washing and maintenance.
• Highway Patrol and emergency response, grading and dust control on gravel roads.
• Re-gravelling, mowing of vegetation, road surface maintenance, roadside barrier maintenance and repairs.
• Pavement marking, sign installation and repairs.
• Maintenance of equipment and vehicles, ensuring they are properly serviced and equipped.
• Investigation and recording of equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs.
• Ensuring all materials and tools are properly secured.
• Attending incidents/accidents to ensure public safety.

We offer a competitive compensation package as well as opportunities for growth and development within our organization.

Mainroad Group is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We welcome and respect people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives. We are committed to creating a fair and equitable work environment where everyone can thrive and succeed.