Loader Operator- Highway Construction

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Construction, Inc. is seeking a safety-conscious Loader Operator with highway construction experience to join their team in Alberta. This field-based position requires operating loaders, ensuring safety compliance, and working flexible hours. The role offers a living-out allowance and opportunities for skill development.

Benefits

Living-out allowance of $140 per day

Camp area with hookups for RV or trailer

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a loader in a paving/highway construction setting.
• Successful completion of drug and alcohol testing is mandatory.
• A valid driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract are required.

Responsibilities

• Operate various sized loaders safely and efficiently on Highway Construction projects.
• Communicate with other operators and crew members in work area.
• Load trucks and feed asphalt plant.

Skills

Health and Safety Practices

Mechanical Aptitude

Job description

Description

You are a safety-conscious Loader Operator with previous Highway Construction experience. You will operate 844 John Deere or equivalent Loaders alongside our Highway Construction team on various projects throughout Alberta. You are a team player who ensures the well-being of others and lends a hand where needed.

Discover what it’s like to work with Ledcor by clicking the link below. Take the next step in your career by joining a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and safety. Apply today to join the Highway Construction team on various projects across Alberta.

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Essential Responsibilities:

1. Operate various sized loaders safely and efficiently on Highway Construction projects
2. Communicate with other operators and crew members in work area
3. Load trucks and feed asphalt plant
4. Comply with and uphold Ledcor’s Health & Safety programs

Qualifications:

1. Previous experience operating a loader in a paving/highway construction setting
2. Successful completion of drug and alcohol testing is mandatory
3. A valid driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract are required
4. Strong understanding of health and safety practices in daily work activities
5. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
6. Mechanical aptitude is a strong asset

Work Conditions:

1. This is a field-based position from May to November 2025
2. Flexibility to work on projects throughout Alberta is required
3. Shift rotations involve 10–14-hour workdays, including nights and overtime
4. A living-out allowance of $140 per day is provided
5. Preference is given to candidates with an RV or trailer, as a camp area with hookups is provided

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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 vast projects include: full-scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways and resources, airports, rapid transit, underground utilities, pipelines, independent 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.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor, we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be 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.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion, and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

3218D Faithfull Avenue, Saskatoon, SK