Road Maintenance Equipment Operator

Colas USA; Kapuskasing; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in transportation infrastructure as a Road Maintenance Equipment Operator. You will operate various machinery for highway maintenance, ensuring safety and efficiency. The role requires a G license and offers a supportive work culture focused on growth and community.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Professional development

Competitive compensation package

Qualifications

• G license with clean abstract required.
• DZ/AZ license preferred.
• Mechanically inclined and basic computer knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment for highway maintenance.
• Maintain accurate documentation for inspections and work records.
• Assist in traffic control during accidents and closures.

Skills

Ability to lift 50lbs

Organizational skills

Safety focused mindset

Tools

Backhoe

Excavator

Loader

Chainsaw

Hand tools

Power tools

Pick-up truck

Job description

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The Miller Group, a subsidiary of Colas Canada, is a Canadian leader in the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure since 1917.

We provide exceptional customer service and operational support using our time-proven construction methods and innovative technologies, alongside the highest quality products and materials.

We leverage our global network to foster positive relationships that make a lasting difference in the communities where we live and work . Whether it is making your commute more efficient, keeping our communities safe, or making remote areas more accessible, at Miller we are proud to Build Greatness in everything we do.

Miller Maintenance proudly provides maintenance services on Maintenance Contracts for the Ontario Ministry of Transportation in all five of the Ministry’s Regions. Our leadership in the Ontario Road and highway maintenance industry is based on our commitment to continuous improvement through education, innovation, safety, and training.

Minimum Qualifications:

• G license with clean abstract
• Backhoe and excavator experience
• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Willingness to travel

Preferred Qualifications:

• DZ/AZ license
• Mechanically inclined
• Basic computer knowledge

Day in the Life

As a Road Maintenance Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of equipment including loaders, backhoes, excavators, power augers, chainsaws, lawn tractors, hand and power tools and pick-up trucks to perform highway maintenance on provincial highways as per the contract requirements.

Strong organizational skills will be important as you maintain accurate documentation such as truck and equipment daily inspection, traffic control plans, utility locates, daily work record and worker hours of service.

You will also meet call in requirements during accident and highway closure events, assisting in providing traffic control at work zones and at accident scenes, including set up and take down of traffic closures.

If you have a safety focused mindset and love to be on the road, this is the ideal role for you.

Culture

At Miller, we want every employee to feel connected, where creativity and innovation thrive, and your contributions make a real impact. Our supportive and inclusive atmosphere encourages open communication, ensuring every team member feels heard and valued. With a commitment to flexibility, opportunities for professional development, and a shared passion for excellence, we are more than just colleagues – we are a community dedicated to Building Greatness together.

If you are seeking a workplace that values employees, challenges you to reach new heights, and celebrates your achievements, Miller is the place for you. Build your career with us!

Miller is proud to provide this unique career opportunity, we offer continuous learning,opportunity for growth, anda competitive compensation package. At our core; we are our people.We succeed because we respect our people and invest in their development, safety and well-being.Miller is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion are key attributes to building greatness. Miller’s core values of Integrity and Community welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Accountability, means that we own our actions, our decisions and our results. As a Miller employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to our inclusive culture.

We will contact candidates selected for an interview. Accommodation for applications with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

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