Highway Maintenance Operator
- Calgary, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Mission
Alberta Highway Services Ltd. (AHSL) is proud to provide year-round maintenance services to Alberta Transportation on the Southwest Calgary Ring Road (SWCRR). This 31 km section includes six- and eight-lane divided freeway, 14 interchanges, three river crossings, and 49 bridge structures. Our dedicated team works from a brand-new, modern facility in Southwest Calgary to ensure safe, reliable, and well-maintained roadways for the public.
We operate 24/7/365, covering a range of activities - from snow and ice control in the winter to grass cutting, drainage, surface repairs, bridge upkeep, and traffic safety support in the summer.
We are currently seeking reliable and safety-focused Highway Maintenance Operators to join our growing team.
Main Responsibilities
As a Highway Maintenance Operator, you will be responsible for both equipment operation and physical labor, ensuring the SWCRR remains safe and operational year-round.
Key Responsibilities Include
- Operating and maintaining snowplows and other equipment
- Performing physical duties such as traffic accommodation setup, flagging, and installing signs, guardrails, and delineators.
- Completing daily inspections, minor repairs, and routine maintenance of equipment.
- Applying AHSL safety practices in all work and wearing required PPE.
- Working in all weather conditions, including long shifts (up to 12 hours), night shifts, and being on-call during winter.
- Assisting team members with additional tasks as needed.
- High school diploma or GED (asset).
- Valid Class 3 or Class 1 driver’s license with air brakes endorsement and a recent 5-year abstract.
- Reliable personal transportation.
- Experience in heavy equipment operation (asset).
- Road maintenance or construction experience (asset).
- Ability to work in outdoor environments and adapt to changing conditions.
- Strong communication skills in English.
- Knowledge of safety regulations and safe work practices.
- Ability to pass pre-employment fitness and drug/alcohol testing.
Must be able to meet all safety requirements including pre-employment fit and drug/alcohol testing.
Please submit your resumes to our HR Department by replying to this ad.
Website: www.crbi.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
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Responsibilities
Operate and maintain snowplows and other equipment, and perform physical road maintenance tasks such as traffic accommodation, flagging, and installing signs, guardrails, and delineators. Complete inspections and routine maintenance, follow safety and PPE requirements, and support year-round highway operations in varying weather and shift conditions.
Requirements
A valid Class 1 or Class 3 driver's license with an air brakes endorsement, a recent five-year driving abstract, reliable transportation, and the ability to work outdoors in changing conditions are required. A high school diploma or GED, heavy equipment operation experience, and road maintenance or construction experience are assets; candidates must also pass pre-employment fitness and drug/alcohol testing.
Skills
- Snowplow Operation
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Equipment Inspection
- Equipment Maintenance
- Minor Repairs
- Traffic Accommodation
- Flagging
- Road Sign Installation
- Guardrail Installation
- Delineator Installation
- Road Maintenance
- Construction
- Safety Practices
- Outdoor Work
- Communication
- Class 1 or Class 3 Driver's License with Air Brakes
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Benefits Package
- In-House Training
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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- Construction
- Trades
- Transportation
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Highway Maintenance
- Road Construction
- Snow And Ice Control
- Snowplows
- Heavy Equipment
- Equipment Operation
- Equipment Inspections
- Routine Maintenance
- Minor Repairs
- Traffic Accommodation
- Flagging
- Road Signs
- Guardrails
- Delineators
- Bridge Maintenance
- Drainage
- Surface Repairs
- Grass Cutting
- Traffic Safety
- Class 1 Driver's License
- Class 3 Driver's License
- Air Brakes Endorsement
- Five-Year Driving Abstract
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Safety Regulations
- Outdoor Work
- Winter On-Call
- Pre-Employment Fitness Testing
- Drug And Alcohol Testing