Winter Seasonal Operator, Highway Maintenance

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About the role

  • Winter highway operator maintaining Ontario roads for Ledcor, an infrastructure construction and maintenance company. Operating snowplows and heavy equipment while performing seasonal highway repairs.

Responsibilities

  • Operate snowplows, wheel loaders, and other heavy equipment as required
  • Maintain Ontario Provincial Highways year-round
  • Assist with labourer duties including pothole repair, guardrail repair, bridge and signage cleaning, and hazard remediation
  • Work winter and seasonal maintenance from October 1 to April 30
  • Work shifts of 5 consecutive days followed by 2 days off or 6 consecutive days followed by 1 day off
  • Work daily shifts lasting 8 to 12 hours, depending on shop
  • Respond to varying weather patterns and perform on-call and night-shift work
  • Contribute to keeping Ontario highways safe for local communities

Requirements

  • 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
  • Local applicants will be given preference due to the location of the work
  • Ability to work shift work, on-call, and night shifts
  • Ability to work outside in all weather conditions

Benefits

  • Industry leading wages
  • Excellent training and career growth potential
  • Advancement opportunities within the diversified company
  • Camp accommodations and meal allowance available in Wawa, Agawa, Batchawana, Chapleau, and Hinkler lake (No travel allowance)
  • Additional incentives may include travel and accommodation allowances for eligible remote, site-based positions
  • Comprehensive health and benefits package including extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage
  • Mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program
  • Competitive retirement package administered through the Union
  • Union-administered programs under the applicable collective agreement

Job title

Job type

Part Time

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

CA$26 - CA$34 per hour

Degree requirement

Professional Certificate

Location requirements

OnsiteWawaCanada

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