Road Maintenance Patroller/Lead Hand

Upstone Materials; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Road Maintenance Patroller/Lead Hand to oversee a crew and maintain highway infrastructure. This role involves hands-on work, including repairing potholes and operating various maintenance equipment. The ideal candidate will have a safety-focused mindset, strong organizational skills, and a willingness to be on call. Join a company that values innovation and inclusivity, offering opportunities for professional development and a commitment to safety and community. If you enjoy being on the road and making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive compensation

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• G license required with a clean driving abstract.
• Experience in highway maintenance or construction is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a crew of road maintenance labourers and set up daily work.
• Operate and maintain equipment for highway maintenance tasks.

Skills

G license with clean abstract

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Willingness to travel and be on call

Mechanically inclined

Highway maintenance/construction experience

Basic computer knowledge

Tools

Loaders

Backhoes

Excavators

Power augers

Chainsaws

Lawn tractors

Hand and power tools

Trucks

Job description

Road Maintenance Patroller/Lead Hand

Company: AREA MAINTENANCE CONTRACTS

Location: Cochrane, ON

Country: Canada

Type of Contract: Seasonal

Publication Date: May 4, 2025

Subsidiary: MILLER GROUP

About Us

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
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Willingness to travel and be on call

Preferred Qualifications:

• DZ/AZ license
• Mechanically inclined
• Highway maintenance/construction experience
• Basic computer knowledge

Day in the Life

As a Road Maintenance Patroller and Lead Hand, you will lead a crew of road maintenance labourers, set up daily work, and maintain highway infrastructure by repairing potholes, guardrails, installing small signs, repairing end treatments, and removing debris. You will operate and maintain equipment such as loaders, backhoes, excavators, power augers, chainsaws, lawn tractors, hand and power tools, and trucks to perform highway maintenance on provincial highways as per contract requirements.

Strong organizational skills are essential for maintaining accurate documentation, including truck and equipment inspections, patroller diaries, traffic control plans, daily work records, and worker hours.

You will also be on call for accident and highway closure events, assisting with traffic control at work zones and accident scenes, including setting up and taking down traffic closures.

If you have a safety-focused mindset and enjoy being on the road, this role is ideal for you.

Culture

At Miller, we foster a connected, innovative, and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued. We support professional development, offer flexible work arrangements, and are committed to building a community dedicated to excellence.

We provide opportunities for growth, competitive compensation, and prioritize safety, diversity, and inclusion. Miller is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive culture where integrity, community, and accountability are core values.

We will contact candidates selected for an interview. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities will be provided upon request during the recruitment process.