Lead Hand, Highway Maintenance

Ledcor; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading highway maintenance company in Alberta is seeking experienced professionals to support their maintenance crews. The role involves supervising tasks, operating heavy equipment, and ensuring safety standards are met. Candidates must hold a valid Class 1 or 3 driver’s license and have supervisory experience in highway maintenance. This position offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive training

Industry-leading wages

Retirement savings plan

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 or 3 driver’s license with air endorsement.
• Previous supervisory experience in highway maintenance or related field.
• Strong understanding of provincial and/or municipal highway maintenance specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist leadership with daily tasks including safety toolbox meetings.
• Monitor the quality of work performed by the crew.
• Help ensure health, safety, and environment concerns are addressed promptly.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Supervisory experience in highway maintenance

Snow plow operation

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

Valid Class 1 or 3 driver’s license

Job description

Overview

Lead the Way in Highway Maintenance with Ledcor Highways Ltd. Ledcor Highways Ltd. (LHL) is seeking experienced professionals to support our Foreperson and highway maintenance crews. Your expertise in heavy equipment operation, organization, and a safety-first approach will help ensure the success of our team and the safety of the traveling public.

Ledcor offers comprehensive training, industry-leading wages, premiums and benefits, a retirement savings plan (RSP), and career growth opportunities with advancement within our diversified company. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a lasting impact in your community, apply today. See what it’s like to work with Ledcor and join our team in various locations across Alberta: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpn_YHIhP8U

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist leadership with daily tasks including safety toolbox meetings, equipment inspection, and road condition inspection reports
• Support Foreperson in the planning of work to meet contractual milestones
• Monitor the quality of work performed by the crew
• Operate equipment on work sites as needed
• Help ensure health, safety, and environment related concerns are addressed promptly

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 or 3 driver’s license with air endorsement and a clear 3-year driver’s abstract
• Previous supervisory experience in highway maintenance, road construction, bridges or related field is required
• Snow plow experience is preferred
• Strong understanding of provincial and/or municipal highway maintenance specifications
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Computer skills are an asset
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol and audiogram testing

Work Conditions

• Local candidates will be given preference due to the location of the work
• Will be required to work shifts, on-call, and nights as necessary
• Benefits provided by CLAC
• Work will be outdoors in various weather conditions

Rates & Premiums

• Base hourly rate from $33.75/hr
• Eligible to receive premiums starting at $8/hour when performing winter maintenance operations
• Operators will be eligible to receive a premium starting at $14/hour when performing winter operations as a Class 1 operator and while operating the tow plow unit

Additional Information

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We’re experts in all infrastructure construction and maintenance related projects. Our projects include highways, bridges, roads, waterways, airports, rapid transit, underground utilities, pipelines, and site reclamation. Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees receive a comprehensive health and benefits package (extended health and dental, vision care, disability, life insurance) and access to mental health resources. Employees also receive a competitive retirement package administered through the Union and applicable collective agreement terms.

Employment Equity

Ledcor is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic, are encouraged to apply. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work culture and operations. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process upon request. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our Inclusion and Diversity page.