Road Maintenance Worker

The City of Victoria; Victoria; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Victoria is seeking a Road Maintenance Worker in the Engineering & Public Works department. The role involves pavement maintenance, site preparation, equipment operation, and occasional flagging duties.

This full-time position offers a 40-hour work week and a pay rate of $36.62 per hour (Pay Grade 7). Candidates should have high school completion, Snow and Ice Removal Certification, a valid BC Class 5 license, and at least 2 years of road construction experience.

Qualifications

• High school graduation and related safety training.
• Snow and Ice Removal Certification (12 hours).
• Current valid BC Class 5 Driver's Licence.
• 2 years of road construction and maintenance experience or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Prepare job sites for paving and assist excavation, mixing materials and read site plans.
• Operate equipment such as compactors and rollers; maintain asphalt surfaces.
• Set up traffic control and perform flagging duties as required.
• Conduct pre/post-trip equipment inspections and report issues.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Asphalt raking

Pavement maintenance

Read drawings

Safe operation

Teamwork

Education

High school graduation

Tools

Hand tools

Power equipment

Job description

Job Description

Road Maintenance Worker

Competition Number: 26/171

Posting Scope: Internal / External

Posted Date: September 10, 2026

Closing Date: October 1, 2026, 4:30 PM PST

Department: Engineering & Public Works

Work schedule: Monday to Friday ( 40 hour work week) – Continuous (Full-Time)

Salary: $36.62 per hour, Pay Grade 7

Job Code: 653

Employee Group: This is a CUPE Local 50 position

Number of Vacancies: 1

This competition may be used to establish an eligibility list to fill future vacancies within this department, in accordance with the CUPE Local 50 Collective Agreement. The list will remain in effect for up to six months.

POSITION FUNCTION

Perform various road maintenance functions related to pavement maintenance and restoration.

DUTIES

Prepare job sites for paving by breaking up damaged edges or failures with a cutsaw or jackhammer; read site plans and assist excavation equipment operator by hand locating underground services; breakout and repair or replace castings with a jack hammer; shovel and rake materials such as gravel, concrete and asphalt to required grades and depths; operate equipment such as powered tampers or vibratory rollers to compact gravel and finish roll hot asphalt; operate drying equipment such as infrared heaters or hand torches; operate spray kettles and crack seal unit; operate a crane equipped service truck and Thermolay hot box truck to transport materials, equipment and crew.

Assist in setting up and taking down of traffic control signage and delineators; perform flagging duties as required.

Perform snow and ice control functions using a skid steer loader or a service truck equipped with a sand/salt unit and snowplow.

Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned equipment, by checking items such as fluid levels, belts, hoses and lights; report accidents and damage repairs to supervisor and mechanic shop; refuel trucks and equipment as required; check first aid and safety equipment; fill out daily equipment log and time sheets.

Perform related duties where qualified.

INDEPENDENCE

Work is assigned and reviewed by supervisor.

Problems are referred to supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort:

Shovel, rake hot asphalt and jack hammer. (frequent)

Lift and move heavy materials and equipment. (frequent)

Mental Effort:

Normal.

Visual/Auditory Effort:

Normal.

Work Environment:

Work outside in all weather conditions. (continuous)

Exposure to dust, vibration and equipment noise. (frequent)

Work on construction sites. (continuous)

Work in close proximity to moving traffic. (frequent)

KEY SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Understand and apply the techniques of asphalt raking and pavement maintenance.

Use hand tools, instruments and operate power equipment.

Read and interpret engineering drawings, utility information sheets and grade sheets.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Work and operate equipment safely.

QUALIFICATIONS

Formal Education, Training and Occupational Certification:

High school graduation.

Snow and Ice Removal Certification. (12 hours)

Current and valid Class 5 B.C. Driver's Licence.

Experience:

2 years of experience in road construction and maintenance.

or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

OTHER:

May be requested to substitute in a more senior position.

The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.

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