Seasonal Operator - Class 1 or 3, Bella Coola

Dawson Group; Bella Coola; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Medical benefits

Long-term advancement

Job summary

Dawson Group is seeking Seasonal Operators to maintain and improve road safety across our service areas in British Columbia. This temporary, full-time role requires operating heavy equipment on frozen roads, snow and ice removal, and related duties to support safe travel for the public.

Applicants should have a Class 1 or Class 3 license, with a minimum two years in road maintenance or construction and driving experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of road maintenance and/or construction experience.
• Valid Class 1 preferred, or 3 Drivers license is required.
• Two (2) years commercial driving experience is an asset.
• Experience in snow removal is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of road construction materials, road construction processes and industry requirements.
• Heavy Equipment Operating Certificate an asset.
• Able to manage electronic reporting using tablets.
• Minor equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in all weather conditions, on public roadways in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Follow direction of the Supervisor regarding daily production schedule and activities.
• Maintain a daily activity of work in progress and status of completion.
• Complete all work reports and maintenance logs.

Skills

Class 1 license

Class 3 license

Snow removal

Heavy equipment

Tools

Driving experience

Job description

Dawson Road Maintenance is looking for Seasonal Operators, holding a Class 1 or 3 license, who will skillfully navigate frozen roads, clearing snow and ice, along with other duties to ensure our roadways are safe for all travelers.

In this role you will be a valued member of Dawson Road Maintenance, working in a temporary, full-time position of Seasonal Operator, reporting to the Road Foreperson. This position requires an experienced operator to meet company production objectives and work within specified tolerances. We are currently hiring in Williams Lake, Likely, Horsefly, Alexis Creek, Tatla Lake, Anahim Lake, and Bella Coola, B.C, and may require some travel throughout our great province.

NOTE: THIS IS NOT A FLY IN FLY OUT.

What Success Looks Like

• Must prioritize safety of self and others in all aspects of the job
• Work collaboratively with all team members to successfully complete tasks at hand, and other day to day duties to keep our roads and service area safe and clean
• Ability to perform unskilled manual work requiring little previous training or experience but involving physical effort
• Operate heavy equipment in all weather conditions, on public roadways in a safe and appropriate manner
• Follow direction of the Supervisor regarding daily production schedule and activities
• Maintains a daily activity of work in progress and status of completion
• Maintain proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment
• Complete all work reports and maintenance logs

What You Bring

• Minimum two (2) years of road maintenance and/or construction experience
• Valid Class 1 preferred, or 3 Drivers license is required
• Two (2) years commercial driving experience is an asset
• Experience in snow removal is considered an asset
• Knowledge of road construction materials, road construction processes and industry requirements
• Heavy Equipment Operating Certificate an asset
• Able to manage electronic reporting using tablets
• Minor equipment maintenance

Benefits

Looking to be a key member of a well-established family-owned company? Our core values include: People First, Integrity, Excellence and Respect and 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.