Snow Plow Operator, Highway Maintenance

laprairie; High Prairie; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Professional training

Development opportunities

Job summary

LaPrairie Works Inc. is seeking Snowplow Operators for highway maintenance based in High Prairie, Alberta. The role focuses on winter road clearing, operation of plow and spreader equipment, and ensuring safety and compliance on local roads.

Qualified candidates will have Class 1 or 3 license, a clean driver’s abstract, and first aid training. Ability to work day and night shifts, on-call, with a dedication to reliable service and high standards of safety.

Qualifications

• Experience with off-road & winter driving.
• Experience in highway maintenance activities (winter maintenance, surface repairs, roadside and bridge maintenance).
• Ability to work day/night shifts and be on-call.
• Valid Class 1 or 3 license.
• Driver’s abstract in good standing.
• First Aid Training.
• Strong verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate spreader, plow wing, combo unit or tow plow safely and efficiently as per contract requirements.
• Operate required winter equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Review route maps and application rates.
• Submit daily/weekly hours of service, safety and fuel reports.
• Uphold HSE fundamentals and ISO 9001:2015 QA.
• Pre/post inspection checks and log maintenance.
• Report equipment defects to Foreman/Superintendent.
• Refuel and top up fluids and track in inspection log.
• Prepare and submit necessary reports.

Skills

Winter driving experience

Shift flexibility

Strong communication

Job description

LaPrairie Works Inc. is a diversified and growing transportation specialist. We come with over 40 years of operating experience in Western Canada. We provide expertise in highway and bridge maintenance, slope stabilization, and environmental remediation. We are proud to be formally recognized with industry and ministerial awards for innovation and environmental stewardship, while managing long-term contracts within both provincial and federal jurisdictions.

We are looking to hire Snowplow Operators, Highway Maintenance based in High Prairie, Alberta.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Operation of spreader, plow wing, combo unit or tow plow in a safe and efficient manner to carry out the clearing of local roads as per the contract requirements.
• Operate required specialized winter equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of the equipment and conduct any routine maintenance, including performing minor repairs as needed.
• Review and understand route maps and application rates.
• Complete/ maintain accurate hours of service records, safety reports, and fuel reports.
• Observe and uphold HSE fundamentals.
• Responsible for pre & post inspection check of equipment and track in log book.
• Report any equipment defects or maintenance issues to Foreman/Superintendent.
• Responsible for checking and refilling equipment fuels and fluids to required specs.
• Track any refueling or top ups in inspection log.
• Prepare and submit necessary reports (daily, weekly, etc.).
• Actively participate in the compliance of the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Assurance System.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications:

• Experience with off-road & winter driving.
• Experience in highway maintenance activities, such as winter maintenance, surface repairs, roadside and bridge maintenance.
• Ability to work day/night shifts and be on-call.
• Valid Class 1 or 3 license.
• Driver’s abstract in good standing.
• First Aid Training.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Dedicated work ethic and ability to work day shifts, night shifts, and on-call.

Preference will be given to candidates that hold a valid Class 1 license and are able to work night shifts.

LaPrairie Works Inc provides Industry-leading compensation and benefits, relocation assistance, professional training, and development opportunities and all within a supportive, dynamic and a proactive work environment.