Operator

An exciting opportunity exists for an Operator with Mainroad Chinook Contracting LP based out of Rocky View County, Alberta. This position will report directly to the Foreman/General Manager.

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 across Canada.

The successful candidate shall have the following qualifications:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) is required.
• Class 3 Driver’s License with air brake endorsement and a clean driver’s abstract is required (or willing to get a Class 3Q driver’s license).
• Proficient in driving standard transmission.
• Three (3) years’ experience in related work.
• Previous experience operating highway maintenance/snow removal equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Act and Regulations.
• Able to acquire and record accurate information on motor vehicle accidents.
• Ability to work shifts (days, afternoons, nights), if required.
• Ability to work call-outs, weekends and overtime, if required.
• Willing to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to learn quickly.
• Strong communications and interpersonal skills.
• Willing to obtain a Traffic Control (TCP) Ticket.
• Ability to solve problems, adapt and think quickly on-the-fly.
• Capable of performing heavy physical labour.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Dedicated and committed.

Job duties include the following:

• Operating and driving trucks to haul asphalt and other material.
• Sanding, plowing snow, and salting highways/roads during snow events.
• Physical labour including clearing vegetation, patching potholes and other heavy lifting.
• Inspect multi-use pathways, highway shoulders, interchanges to ensure they are clear of debris.
• Carries out pre-trip and post-trip checks.
• Maintains concern for the safety and wellbeing of other road users.
• Traffic control as required.
• Other job duties as required.

Interested applicants are asked to submit their cover letter and resume. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.