Highway Maintenance Operator
Edmonton, AB, CA, T5J 2J1
Overview:
The Highway Maintenance Worker will be responsible for carrying out highway maintenance tasks, including supervising other workers. This may involve inspecting roads, operating snow plow trucks, performing labor-intensive tasks such as crack sealing, installing signs, removing debris from highways, and fulfilling any other necessary duties
Responsibilities:
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Ensure adherence to all safe work practices.
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Complete written administrative information as requested by the superintendent.
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Report any accidents or incidents that occur while performing work.
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Service, clean, repair, and maintain equipment.
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Maintain equipment in accordance with company and safety standards.
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Establish safe work habits and productive routines.
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Be prepared to work shifts year-round.
Safety Responsibilities:
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Review Safe Work Procedures (SWP) and complete Field Level Risk Assessments (FLRAs).
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Report incidents and near misses promptly.
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Understand and follow all safety rules and policies.
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Be aware of Emergency Response Plans (ERP) and your role within them.
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Participate actively in safety meetings and investigations related to incidents.
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Take part in the joint health and safety committee.
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Complete necessary permits as required.
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Stay informed about legislative responsibilities.
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Review audit findings and implement corrective actions.
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Do not undertake tasks for which you are not trained.
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Identify and address any safety issues you encounter.
Specific Accountabilities:
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Inspect highways and assess their conditions.
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Report any deficiencies to the superintendent.
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Operate snow plow trucks and loaders to load snowplow trucks.
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Ensure public safety during work activities.
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Perform manual tasks, including:
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Sign repairs
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Guardrail repairs
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Removal of road kill
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Placement of gravel or asphalt
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Repair of delineators
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Crack sealing
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Training:
Be prepared to be trained in the following programs if not already trained:
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Employee orientation
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Operator training
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Flag training
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WHIMIS
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TDG
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First Aid
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And any other course that management believes will be applicable to the duties.
Qualifications:
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Minimum of two years truck driving experience
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Class 3 license with air endorsement
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Experience in operating snow plow trucks on highways is REQUIRED
Shift Schedule:
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12-hour shifts, alternating between night and day shifts.
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Rotation: 84 hours every 2 weeks, 12 months a year.
As part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, may be required.