Highway Maintenance Equipment Operator

Mainroad Group; Red Deer; Hybrid; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work with a dedicated &

Chance to grow and develop your skills

Job summary

Mainroad Alberta Contracting LP is seeking a dedicated Equipment Operator to join our team in Red Deer, Alberta. You will support civil infrastructure maintenance, report to the Foreman, and work within a supportive, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, a valid Class 3 or 1 license with air brake endorsement, and prior equipment operation experience. Willingness to work shifts and extreme weather is required with a strong emphasis on teamwork and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Class 3 or 1 Driver's License with air brake endorsement 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Mainroad Alberta Contracting LP is seeking a dedicated Equipment Operator to join our team in Red Deer, Alberta. You will support civil infrastructure maintenance, report to the Foreman, and work within a supportive, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, a valid Class 3 or 1 license with air brake endorsement, and prior equipment operation experience. Willingness to work shifts and extreme weather is required with a strong emphasis on teamwork and safety.