Winter Seasonal Operator, Highway Maintenance

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Fort Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in Fort Saskatchewan is looking for a Road Maintenance Operator. Responsibilities include operating heavy equipment like wheel loaders and snow plows, maintaining Alberta highways, and working outside in all weather conditions. A valid Class 1 or 3 driver's license is required, along with the ability to perform physically demanding tasks. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Extended health and dental

Pension plan

Competitive wages

Qualifications

• Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
• Clear 3-year driver's abstract.
• Previous experience operating a snowplow truck is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate wheel loaders, snow plows and other equipment.
• Maintain Alberta Provincial Highways year-round.
• Work outside in varying weather conditions.

Skills

Ability to operate snowplows

Physically demanding tasks

Operating heavy equipment

Education

Valid Class 1 or 3 driver's license

Tools

Wheel loaders

Snow plows

Job description

Overview

Location: Fort Saskatchewan, AB, Canada

Date Posted: Sep 10, 2025

Job ID: R25636

Job Status: Full-Time

Description

Join Our Team – Road Maintenance Careers with Ledcor Highways Ltd. Ledcor Highways offers exciting road maintenance opportunities across Alberta. We offer industry-leading wages, excellent training, and career growth potential with advancement opportunities within our diversified company. You will be responsible for winter and seasonal maintenance of Alberta highways, using various heavy equipment. If you hold a Class 1 or Class 3 license and want to work for a company that values safety, community, and career growth, we want to hear from you!

Watch Ledcor’s Innovation, Culture and Community video to see what it’s like working for Ledcor and apply today to join the Ledcor Highways team in various locations across Alberta.

Rates & Premiums

• Base hourly rate from $26.50/hour to $31/hour based on experience
• Premiums starting at $6/hour for night shift and operating Class 1 equipment
• Premium up to $14/hour for winter operations as a Class 1 operator and when operating the tow plow unit
• Extended health, dental, pension and RSP provided by CLAC

Work Conditions

• Shift work, on-call, and night shifts may be required as we respond to varying weather patterns
• Season runs October 1, 2025 – April 2026
• Staff accommodations can be provided in Edson (no travel allowance or LOA provided)

Essential Responsibilities

• Operate wheel loaders, snow plows and other heavy and light equipment as required
• Maintain Alberta Provincial Highways year-round, including assisting with labour duties (crack sealing, pothole repair, bridge and signage cleaning, hazard remediation, etc.)
• Work outside in all weather conditions

Qualifications

• Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs
• Valid Class 1 or 3 driver’s license with air endorsement
• Clear 3-year driver’s abstract
• Previous experience operating a snowplow truck and/or wheel loader is a strong asset

Additional Information

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We’re experts in all infrastructure construction and maintenance related projects. Our vast projects include: full-scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways and resources, airports, rapid transit, underground utilities, pipelines, independent power projects and site reclamation.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program. Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.