Webber - Equipment Operator (Spare) - Infrastructure Management

Ferrovial; Kemptville; On-site; CAD 41,328 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Seasonal benefits

Positive work environment

Job summary

A global leader in infrastructure is seeking Seasonal Equipment Operators in Kemptville, Ontario. This role involves maintaining roadways, particularly through snow removal operations. Candidates must have a valid Ontario DZ license and experience in road maintenance. The position offers competitive pay of $30–$32/hour and requires a strong focus on safety protocols. Join the team to contribute to essential infrastructure maintenance and project success.

Qualifications

• 1+ years related work experience in construction, road maintenance or operating equipment.
• Valid Ontario Class DZ driver's license and acceptable driving record required.
• Strong awareness of safety procedures is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Remove snow and ice during winter using snow removal equipment.
• Maintain and repair roads and surfaces in summer.
• Set up and remove traffic control as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic mathematical functions

Ability to use hand and power tools

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Snow removal equipment

Traffic control devices

Mobile equipment (tractors, mowers)

Job description

Join Ferrovial: Innovation and Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive impact on people’s lives? At Ferrovial, we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on Nasdaq (US), Euronext Amsterdam (Netherlands) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also a member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries with a workforce of over 24,000 professionals in Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy. Founded in 1963, Webber, part of Ferrovial Construction, is a leading construction company specializing in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management, safely delivering intelligent solutions to clients and communities. Webber is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices and projects in the United States and Canada. Webber supports a wide range of project models to meet client needs, including traditional design-bid-build, design-build, alternative delivery models and public-private partnerships (P3). Webber also has an in-house engineering services department to optimize building efficiency and quality using field experience, innovative construction methods and BIM technology. As a Ferrovial subsidiary, Webber has access to a global network of skilled engineers, best-in-class technology and vast resources.

Why Ferrovial?

• Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company shaping the future of infrastructure with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
• Collaborative excellence: Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• Inclusive culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice and turns differences into innovation.
• Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility with development processes designed to ensure professional growth.
• Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Access a comprehensive benefits package that supports physical and psychological health.
• Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance productivity and efficiency.

Job Description

Position Summary

The incumbent is responsible for maintaining contracted assets (roadways, medians, signs, guardrails, fences, bridges, tunnels, vegetation, etc.) through operation/use of heavy equipment, particularly during seasonal needs (e.g., snow plow operations), and other contract-required tasks. This position requires a high level of safety awareness and perceptive ability. You must recognize hazards in routine and non-routine tasks and make adjustments to avoid loss, injury or accident. You must communicate safety instructions to co-workers and maintain focus on personal safety while using tools and equipment, including while driving or operating equipment. PPE appropriate to the job must be worn.

Seasonal Availability

We are seeking Snow Plow / Seasonal Equipment Operators for the seasonal time period of October through April. We offer competitive pay and other seasonal benefits. The pay range for this position is $30–$32 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. A minimum DZ license is required for this job.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Primary Responsibilities and Key Deliverables

For Winter Season - Removal of snow and ice using snow removal and/or sanding equipment, including salting and seasonal maintenance on roads and bridges.

For Summer Season - Maintain and repair highway and other surfaces including signs, guardrails, fences, lighting, potholes, striping, reflectors, litter and debris removal.

As Required

• Traffic control setup and removal
• Transport crew and equipment to work sites
• Available for emergency response rotations as needed for overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• All other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Effectively communicate (in English); both orally and in writing with co-workers and supervisor
• Perform basic mathematical functions
• Consistently follow all policies and procedures
• Understand instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Must be capable of working in an environment with rapidly changing demands and priorities
• Work with hand and power tools, traffic control devices and mobile equipment such as tractors, graders, mowers, sweepers, augers and other types of equipment used for surface and right-of-way maintenance and repair

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years related work experience in construction, road maintenance, commercial/industrial repair, operating equipment with a DZ license

Certifications and License

• Valid Ontario Class DZ driver's license and acceptable driving record; AZ license a plus

Work Conditions

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, sit, walk on various surfaces; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unaided
• Use manual and powered tools and equipment
• Vision abilities include close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

• Exposure to outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold
• Occasional exposure to wet/humid conditions; high places; fumes or airborne particles
• Frequent exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and insects; infrequent exposure to reptiles/rodents
• Noise level is usually moderate but can be higher

The statements herein describe the general nature and levels of work performed; it is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, or skills. They do not create a contract of employment and may change at the employer’s discretion. Webber and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and are committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.

Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges and collaborate across business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!

Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all job applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or protected genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws. #WeAreFerrovial