Equipment Operator (Class 1 required)

Mainroad Alberta Contracting LP is seeking a dedicated Equipment Operator to join our expanding team! In this position you will play a vital role in civil infrastructure maintenance. This position is based out of Ponoka Alberta and will report to the Foreman.

Who we are:

Mainroad Alberta Contracting LP maintains over 4600 kilometers of provincial highways within and around Lacombe Ponoka Red Deer and Wetaskiwin counties. The Mainroad Group is an employee owned company recognized as a leader in providing innovative safe and reliable maintenance products and construction services for civil infrastructure works across Canada.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay & comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunity to work with a dedicated and skilled team.
• Chance to grow and develop your skills.

What you bring:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent).
• Class 1 Drivers License and a clean abstract.
• Previous equipment operating and physical labour experience.
• Experience operating highway maintenance/snow removal equipment is an asset.
• Thorough knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Act and Regulations.
• Ability to work shifts call-outs weekends and overtime.
• Willingness to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Capable of performing heavy physical labour.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Positive attitude with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Safety-conscious dedicated and committed.

This role involves a range of job duties which include but are not limited to:

• Snow removal and winter operations.
• Traffic control emergency responses highway surface maintenance right-of-way maintenance highway patrolling shoulder maintenance/grading plowing sanding/salting drainage maintenance.
• Roadside turnout maintenance garbage pick up bridge washing and maintenance.
• Highway Patrol and emergency response grading and dust control on gravel roads.
• Re-gravelling mowing of vegetation road surface maintenance roadside barrier maintenance and repairs.
• Pavement marking sign installation and repairs.
• Maintenance of equipment and vehicles ensuring they are properly serviced and equipped.
• Investigation and recording of equipment malfunctions or maintenance needs.
• Ensuring all materials and tools are properly secured.
• Attending incidents/accidents to ensure public safety.

We offer a competitive compensation package as well as opportunities for growth and development within our organization.

If you are excited to be a part of our dynamic and expanding team we invite you to apply by submitting your resume via this advertisement or on our website at.Please note only qualified shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Mainroad Group is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We welcome and respect people of all backgrounds identities and perspectives. We are committed to creating a fair and equitable work environment where everyone can thrive and succeed.

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