Winter Seasonal Operator, Highway Maintenance

Ledcor; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AZ Premium

Snow Plow Premium

Night Shift Premium

Job summary

Ledcor is seeking local, safety-minded teams for winter and seasonal highway maintenance across Ontario, based in Sault Ste. Marie. If you hold a DZ or AZ license and want work with a company that values safety and community, we want to hear from you.

The role involves operating snowplows, wheel loaders and other heavy equipment, maintaining highways year-round, and working 8–12 hour shifts with a 5/2 or 6/1 schedule. Camp accommodations and meals may be provided.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks including lifting 50 lbs.
• Valid AZ or DZ driver’s license with air endorsement.
• Provide a copy of a 3-year commercial driver’s abstract.
• Previous experience operating a snow plow truck and/or wheel loader is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate snowplows, wheel loaders and other heavy equipment as required.
• Maintain Ontario Provincial Highways year-round, including assisting with Labourer duties (pothole repair, guardrail repair, bridge and signage cleaning, hazard remediation, etc.).
• Work outside in all weather conditions.

Skills

AZ/DZ license

Heavy equipment operation

Physical stamina

Job description

Description

Are you tired of long commutes and working far from home? Looking for a stable, long-term career where you can contribute to your local community?

Ledcor Highways Ltd. (LHL) is offering exciting road maintenance opportunities across Ontario.

We are seeking enthusiastic, team-oriented individuals to help keep the Ontario highways safe. If you hold a DZ or AZ license and want to work for a company that values safety, community, and career growth, we want to hear from you! 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 Ontario highways, using various trucks and heavy equipment.

Premiums

• $3/hour AZ Premium when directed to operate equipment that require AZ
• $5/hour Snow plow Premium
• $1/hr Night Shift Premium

Work Conditions

• Local applicants will be given preference due to the location of the work
• Camp accommodations and meal allowance available in Wawa, Agawa, Batchawana, Chapleau, and Hinkler lake (No travel allowance)
• As we respond to various weather patterns, shift work, on-call, and night shift will be required
• Work schedules will consist of either 5 consecutive days followed by 2 days off or 6 consecutive days followed by 1 day off, with daily shifts lasting 8 to 12 hours (Shop specific)
• Winter seasonal from Oct 1 to April 30th
• CLAC union position

Essential Responsibilities

• Operate snowplows, wheel loaders, and other heavy equipment as required
• Maintain Ontario Provincial Highways year-round, including assisting with Labourer duties (pothole repair, guardrail repair, bridge and signage cleaning, hazard remediation, etc.)
• Work outside in all weather conditions

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting 50 lbs. on a regular basis, bending, kneeling, crouching etc.
• Valid AZ or DZ driver’s license with air endorsement
• Provide a copy of a 3-year commercial driver’s abstract
• Previous experience operating a snow plow truck and/or wheel loader is a strong asset

Compensation

$25.50 - $33.50 per hour

This is the applicable wage range for this position. Individuals will be assigned a base wage within this range based on trade certification and/or apprenticeship level, industry experience, and work location.

Remote, site-based positions may be eligible for additional incentives including but not limited to travel and accommodation allowances.

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.

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.

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.

• Sault Ste. Marie, ON