Snowplow Operator

LaPrairie Group of Companies; Town of Slave Lake; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading compensation

Relocation assistance

Professional training

Development opportunities

Job summary

LaPrairie Works Inc. based in Slave Lake, AB, is seeking a Snowplow Operator for highway maintenance to clear local roads under contract. The role emphasizes safe operation of winter equipment, routine maintenance, and accurate reporting.

The company highlights industry-leading compensation and relocation support, with professional training and development opportunities in a dynamic, proactive environment. On-call shifts and day/night work are required.

Qualifications

• Experience with off-road and winter driving is required.
• Experience in highway maintenance activities such as winter maintenance and bridge/roadside upkeep.
• Ability to work day/night shifts and be on-call.
• Valid Class 1 or 3 license and a clean driver’s abstract.

Responsibilities

• Operate snowplow and winter equipment safely to clear local roads per contract.
• Perform routine maintenance and fuel/logbook checks on equipment.
• Review route maps, track hours, safety reports, and ISO 9001:2015 QA compliance.
• Submit daily/weekly reports and assist foreman as needed.

Skills

Off-road driving

Winter driving

Highway maintenance

On-call readiness

Strong communication

Job description

LaPrairie Works Inc., a member of LaPrairie Group of Companies, is an ISO-9001-2015 certified company providing highway and bridge maintenance, civil infrastructure construction, slope stabilization, erosion and drainage control, and environmental remediation services across Western Canada. 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 a Snowplow Operator, Highway Maintenance Operations to be based in Slave Lake, AB.

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

• Industry-leading compensation and benefits
• relocation assistance
• professional training
• development opportunities

Roles 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.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Required Skills

• 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.