Construction jobs in Canada

Location: Lethbridge, AB, Canada
Date Posted: May 20, 2025
Job ID: R24529
Job Status: Full-Time

Description

You are a safety-conscious Paver Operator with previous highway construction experience. You will operate CAT model pavers alongside our Highway Construction crew on various road building projects throughout Alberta. You are a team player who ensures the well-being of others and is willing to lend a hand where needed.

Discover what it’s like to work with Ledcor by clicking the link below. Take the next step in your career by joining a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and safety. Apply today to join the Highway Construction team on various projects across Alberta.

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Essential Responsibilities:

1. Conduct pre-trip/walk-around safety inspections.
2. Operate all functions and controls of the paver safely, in coordination with the pickup machine, with an emphasis on workmanship.
3. Work closely with the screed man and the rest of the crew to ensure paving operations proceed in a timely and accurate manner.
4. Ensure correct application of asphalt from hopper to augers.
5. Perform routine equipment maintenance.

Qualifications:

• 3 to 5 years of previous experience operating pavers on highway construction sites.
• Successful completion of drug and alcohol testing is mandatory.
• A valid driver’s license and a clean driver’s abstract are required.
• Strong understanding of health and safety practices in daily work activities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Work Conditions:

• This is a field-based position from May to November 2025.
• Flexibility to work on projects throughout Alberta is required.
• Shift rotations involve 10–14-hour workdays, including nights and overtime.
• A living-out allowance of $140 per day is provided.
• Preference is given to candidates with an RV or trailer, as a camp area with hookups is provided.

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 projects. Our projects include full-scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways, 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.

Our total rewards package offers competitive compensation and benefits supporting your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. We provide exciting opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor, we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to 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 characteristic, are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team includes individuals from diverse backgrounds who contribute unique perspectives and experiences. We are committed to fostering a culture of empowerment, inclusion, and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided throughout our hiring process. Applicants should request accommodations in advance by contacting us via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, visit our I&D page.