Winter Seasonal Operator, Highway Maintenance

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; White River Township; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A highway maintenance company in Ontario is seeking a Winter Seasonal Operator to maintain highways during winter. Ideal candidates will operate heavy equipment, have a valid AZ or DZ driver's license, and be physically capable of demanding tasks. The role offers competitive compensation of $25.00 - $33.00 per hour and includes various premiums. Join us in ensuring safe travel on Ontario roads while contributing to your local community.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and benefits package

Competitive retirement package

Additional premiums for winter maintenance

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs regularly and perform various physical tasks.
• Valid AZ or DZ driver's license is required.
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment like snowplow trucks is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate snowplow trucks and other heavy equipment.
• Maintain Ontario Provincial Highways year-round.
• Perform laborer duties like pothole repair and hazard remediation.

Skills

Physically demanding tasks

Valid AZ or DZ driver’s license

Experience operating snowplow trucks

Job description

Winter Seasonal Operator, Highway Maintenance

Location: Whiteriver, ON, Canada
Date Posted: Jan 14, 2026
Job ID: R26945
Job Status: Part-Time

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, providing year-round employment with long-term contracts. 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. 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 Ontario. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mdhNKGIZL4c

Premiums

• Operators will be eligible to receive premiums starting at $5/hour, when performing winter maintenance operations
• $3/hour Tow Plow Premium for AZ drivers deemed competent while directed to operate tow plow
• $3/hour AZ Premium when directed to operate equipment that require AZ
• $5/hour Grader Operator premium (does not apply to employees holding the Grader Operator classification
• $3/hour Wide Wing premium for AZ drivers

Work Conditions

• Local applicants will be given preference due to the location of the work
• Accommodations provided for out of town applicants in Hinkler Lake, Chapleau and White River
• 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)
• CLAC union position

Essential Responsibilities

• Operate snowplow trucks, 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 snowplow truck and/or wheel loader is a strong asset

Compensation

$25.00 - $33.00 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.

8978 Hunt St, Whiteriver, ON