Webber - Winter Dispatcher - 407 - Infrastructure Management

Ferrovial; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrovial is seeking a Winter Operations Foreman in Canada to plan and manage winter projects, dispatch snowplows and salt spreaders, and supervise a crew while ensuring safety and on-time completion. The role reports to the Patrol Supervisor and Operations Manager and may require overtime or weekend work.

The position offers pay of $31–$32 per hour depending on experience, with a focus on safe operations, record-keeping, and coordination with patrollers and supervisors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience as Foreman/Crew Supervisor in related construction projects.
• Basic supervision experience required.
• DZ driver's license preferred with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a safe and healthy working environment.
• Supervise crew and follow supervisor's instructions.
• Monitor weather and road conditions for winter operations.
• Dispatch and direct maintenance equipment based on weather severity.
• Maintain accurate records of incidents and activities.
• Ensure timely completion of tasks and safety compliance.
• Backfill for Patrol Supervisor and work OT when required.

Skills

Fluent English reading/speaking/w r it

Team player

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Highly organized

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Ferrovial is also leading the development of the New Terminal One at JFK International Airport. Ferrovial shares trade under the ticker symbol FER on two stock markets: Nasdaq in the U.S. (Nasdaq100 Index) and the Spanish Stock Exchanges (IBEX 35). Ferrovial is included in globally recognized sustainability indices such as the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 22,000 professionals worldwide. Ferrovial’s activity is carried out through our business units, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.

Founded in 1963, Webber, part of Ferrovial Construction, is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing intelligent solutions to its clients and community. 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 partnership (P3) solutions. Webber also has an in-house engineering services department to help optimize building efficiency and quality while solving complex project challenges using field experience, innovative construction methods and BIM technology. As a subsidiary of Ferrovial, 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 that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, 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, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.
• Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
• Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
• Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description

Position Summary:

This role completes winter operations by planning, organizing, and controlling projects; Prepare and summarize highway road condition reports, help dispatch winter maintenance equipment when required.

This position reports to the Patrol Supervisor and Operations manager in the Supervisor's absence and will supervise crew in completing the project, ensuring safety and timely completion of tasks.

The pay range for this position is $31-$32 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a safe and healthy working environment.
• Follow and comprehend supervisor's instructions, as well as provide and communicate supervision to the crew.
• Monitoring Weather and Road Conditions.
• Dispatching and Directing Maintenance Equipment. This includes making decisions about where to send snowplows, salt spreaders, and other equipment based on the severity of the weather conditions.
• Maintaining accurate records of incidents, maintenance activities, and road conditions.
• Help to create and verify accurate Winter Operations Records.
• Maintain communications with patrollers and supervisors of job status and current assigned responsibilities.
• Maintain and supervise a clean jobsite free of tripping hazards and unnecessary obstacles.
• Actively participate in the Performance and Development Review process, ensuring alignment to the performance pillars.
• Carryout all work activities upholding the Company values and meeting all the client's outcome targets.
• Positively contribute to a diverse, inclusive, and fair work environment, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment.
• Carryout all duties in line with Company policies and procedures.
• Efficiently allocate equipment and personnel to areas most affected by winter weather.
• Additional duties, as requested by Operations Manager and/or Project Manager, Patrol Supervisor, and/or Winter Patroller.
• Avoids legal challenges by complying with Canadian and Provincial legal requirements.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Skill in the operation of company tools and equipment.
• Ability to perform basic math skills, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Fluent at reading, speaking, and writing English.
• Team player and have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized and details driven.
• Proficient computer skills, ranging from data entry and day-to-day submissions on time.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma/ GED required.
• Experience as a Foreman/ Crew Supervisor within related industry and road construction projects.
• Basic supervision experience.
• Valid DZ driver's license (preferred) and a good driving record to drive company vehicle.

Work Conditions/Physical Demands

• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of working outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 60 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to perform work wearing personnel protective equipment. Including but not limited to the following: winter coats, rain gear, hard hat, ear plugs and safety glasses.
• Position will be required to backfill for the Patrol Supervisor and must be able to work OT during the week and on weekends if required.
• Ability to be available as required for emergency response.
• Required to be available for emergency response rotations as need for overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

Webber and its companies (e.g. Webber, LLC, Webber Waterworks, LLC, Webber Infrastructure Management, Canada Limited, Ferrovial Webber Energy, LLC), is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants’ needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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 we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!

Webber, a Ferrovial company, and its group of companies, are equal opportunity employers. We treat all job applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a “Protected Class”), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.

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