Roadway Maintenance Equipment Operator

Mainroad-Group; Ponoka; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Mainroad Alberta Contracting LP is seeking a dedicated Equipment Operator based in Ponoka, Alberta to support civil infrastructure maintenance. You will report to the Foreman and perform snow removal, road maintenance, and related duties.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma, Class 1 license, and experience with heavy equipment. The role requires physical labour, willingness to work shifts, weekends, and overtime in varying weather.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or equivalent).
• Class 1 Driver’s License with a clean abstract.
• Previous equipment operating and physical labour experience.
• Experience operating highway maintenance/snow removal equipment is an asset.
• Thorough knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Act and Regulations.
• Ability to work shifts, call-outs, weekends, and overtime.
• Willingness to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Capable of performing heavy physical labour.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Positive attitude with strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Snow removal and winter operations.
• Traffic control, emergency responses, highway surface maintenance, right-of-way maintenance, highway patrolling, shoulder maintenance/grading, plowing, sanding/salting, drainage maintenance.
• Roadside turnout maintenance, garbage pick up, bridge washing and maintenance.
• Highway Patrol and emergency response, grading and dust control on gravel roads.
• Re-gravelling, mowing of vegetation, road surface maintenance, roadside barrier maintenance and repairs.
• Pavement marking, sign installation and repairs.
• Maintenance of equipment and vehicles, ensuring they are properly serviced and equipped.
• Investigation and recording of equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs.
• Ensuring all materials and tools are properly secured.
• Attending incidents/accidents to ensure public safety.

Skills

Equipment operation

Snow removal

Team player

Safety conscious

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mainroad Alberta Contracting LP is seeking a dedicated Equipment Operator based in Ponoka, Alberta to support civil infrastructure maintenance. You will report to the Foreman and perform snow removal, road maintenance, and related duties.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma, Class 1 license, and experience with heavy equipment. The role requires physical labour, willingness to work shifts, weekends, and overtime in varying weather.