Lead Hand Operator, Highway Maintenance

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Highways Ltd. offers year-round employment in road maintenance across Ontario. We are looking for a Lead Hand to assist in maintaining the safety of highways with responsibilities including supervising crew tasks and operating heavy equipment. Applicants with an AZ or DZ driver’s license and experience are encouraged to apply, with competitive wages and benefits available.

Benefits

Industry-leading wages

Excellent training and benefits

Career growth potential

RSPs

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid AZ or DZ driver’s license with air endorsement.
• Previous experience operating a snowplow truck and/or wheel loader is a strong asset.
• Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist Foreperson with daily tasks including safety toolbox meetings.
• Monitor the quality of work performed by the crew.
• Operate equipment on work sites as needed.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Team-oriented

Job description

Description

Are you tired of long commutes and working far from home? Looking for a stable, long-term career where you can contribute to your local community?

Ledcor Highways Ltd. (LHL) is offering exciting road maintenance opportunities across Ontario, providing year-round employment with long-term contracts.

We are seeking enthusiastic, team-oriented individuals with experience to help keep Ontario highways safe. If you hold an AZ or DZ license and want to work for a company that values safety, community, and career growth, we want to hear from you!

We offer industry-leading wages, excellent training, benefits, RSPs, and career growth potential with advancement opportunities within our diversified company. You will be responsible for winter and seasonal maintenance of Ontario highways, using various trucks and heavy equipment.

We are currently hiring Lead Hands for the following locations:

• Batchawana
• Blind River
• Thessalon
• Hilton Beach

Watch Ledcor’s Innovation, Culture, and Community video to see what it’s like working for Ledcor and apply today to join the Ledcor Highways team in various locations across Ontario.

http://htwww.youtube.com/watch?v=GZ3t7Fo0Ul4

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist Foreperson 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
• Work outside in all weather conditions

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks
• Must possess a valid AZ or DZ driver’s license with air endorsement
• Must provide a copy of a 3-year driver’s abstract
• Previous experience operating a snowplow truck and/or wheel loader is a strong asset

Work Conditions

• Local applicants will be given preference due to the location of the work
• Accommodations provided for out-of-town applicants
• Some shift work, on-call, and night shifts will be required due to weather conditions
• Work schedules: either 5 consecutive days followed by 2 days off or 6 days followed by 1 day off, with shifts lasting 8 to 12 hours
• Union position, benefits provided by CLAC

Additional Information

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure across various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. Our projects include contract mining, earthworks, highways, bridges, roads, waterways, airports, transit, utilities, pipelines, power projects, 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 offer a competitive total rewards package supporting your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing, with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor, we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to our success. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team values diverse perspectives and experiences. We are committed to fostering a culture of empowerment, inclusion, and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided during the hiring process; applicants should request accommodations in advance via email. For more information, visit our I&D page.

Location: Sault Ste. Marie, ON