Snow Plow Operator, Highway Maintenance

LaPrairie Group of Companies; Wabasca-Desmarais; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

LaPrairie Works Inc. seeks Snowplow Operators, Highway Maintenance in Red Earth, Alberta. The role involves operating winter equipment to clear local roads, performing routine maintenance, and preparing reports.

On-call shifts and day/night hours may be required, with a focus on safety and quality standards. Preference given to candidates with a valid Class 1 license and the ability to work night shifts. Company offers industry-leading compensation, relocation assistance, and professional

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate spreader, plow wing, combo unit or tow plow safely to clear local roads as required by contract.
• Operate required winter equipment and maintain cleanliness of the equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs as needed.

Skills

Winter driving

Highway maintenance

Communication

On-call

Class 1 or 3 license

First Aid

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 Red Earth, 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, proactive work environment and, if required, accommodations in Red Earth, Alberta.