Road Foreperson

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Alexis Creek; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Medical benefits

Career development

Job summary

Dawson Road Maintenance is seeking an experienced Road Foreperson to lead a dedicated team keeping our roadways safe and efficient for travellers. Based in Alexis Creek, BC, the role reports to the Superintendent, Roads and involves supervising maintenance crews, subcontractors and equipment across the service area.

You will travel throughout the province as needed. The successful candidate will prioritize safety, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and ensure work aligns with MoTT

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of experience in management level roles.
• Minimum five (5) years of knowledge and experience in the road maintenance industry.
• Valid Class 3 Driver's License with an Air Brake Endorsement required.
• Valid Class 1 Driver's License preferred.
• Must have a clean driver's abstract.
• Capability to operate equipment subject to qualifications.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to complete shift work as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead supervision and activities of maintenance crews, sub-contractors and hired equipment.
• Travel throughout British Columbia as required.
• Prioritize safety of self and others in all aspects of the job.
• Ensure efficiency of scheduled work performed by employees under your supervision.
• Coordinate with government personnel and stakeholders.

Skills

Road maintenance

Management experience

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Outdoor work

Equipment operation

Tools

Equipment operation

Job description

Dawson Road Maintenance is looking for an experiencedRoad Foreperson who will lead a dedicated team that helps keep our roadways safe and efficient for all travelers.

In this role you will be a valued member of Dawson Road Maintenance, working in a permanent, full-time position of Road Foreperson, reporting to the Superintendent, Roads. As Road Foreperson, you will assist in the supervision and activities of maintenance crews, sub-contractors and hired equipment across the service area. Your base location will beAlexis Creek, BCand will require some travel throughout our great province.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

• Prioritize safety of self and others in all aspects of the job
• Effectively follow instructions and function without direct supervision
• Ensure efficiency of scheduled work that is carried out by employees under your supervision
• Exercise tact and co-operation in dealing with employees, the general public and government personnel
• Have extensive knowledge and experience in road maintenance and the requirements of MoTT maintenance specifications
• Communicate and work co-operatively with Stakeholders
• Be knowledgeable of Dawson Road Maintenance Safety and Equipment Management Policies
• Operate equipment as required
• Communicate and work co-operatively with outside agencies such as Municipal Governments, Forestry, Environment, Conservation, Mine Inspectors, R.C.M.P., Worksafe B.C., Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Etc.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Minimum three (3) years of experience in management level roles required
• Minimum five (5) years of knowledge and experience in the road maintenance industry required
• Valid Class 3 Driver's License with an Air Brake Endorsement required
• Valid Class 1 Driver's License preferred
• Must have a clean driver's abstract
• Capability to operate equipment subject to qualifications
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to complete shift work as required

BENEFITS

Looking to be a key member of a well-established family-owned company? Our core values include: People First, Integrity, Excellence and Respectand as such we are committed to providing an environment that supports the growth and effectiveness of our employees and the organization. You will work for a company that offers an excellent compensation package, pension, and medical benefits, as well as learning and long-term advancement opportunities.

Dawson Group is expanding our reach and need people like you to join us on our journey, and to help us continue safely connecting our communities.