Highway Maintenance Operator (NOC 74205) – Emcon Services Inc. (Sioux Lookout) Full Time NEW

Employer Name: Emcon Services Inc.

Company description: Emcon Services Inc. is a proud Canadian based company with over 30 years of success as an interprovincial road and bridge maintenance contractor. We provide comprehensive highway maintenance servicing areas in British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario. During winter operations, we focus on keeping highways clear of snow and ice through ploughing, salting, de-icing agents and patrolling along with other activities.

Location of Work: Highway 664, Sioux Lookout, Ontario P0V1X0
(field work is required)

Title of Position: Highway Maintenance Operator (NOC 74205)

Language: English

Vacancies: 2

Vacancy status: Existing

Type of Position: Permanent, full time

Job Duties:
• Operate snow removal equipment designed for highways. Operate other vehicles and equipment associated with highway maintenance.
• Check, lubricate, refuel and clean equipment. Perform required preventative and routine equipment maintenance, which includes but is not limited to, cleaning/washing the interior and exterior of equipment, greasing equipment and refueling equipment after use. Notify appropriate personnel regarding damage to equipment as well as needed repairs and/or operational problems of equipment.
• Report malfunctions to supervisor. Report accidents, incidents and/or injuries to the Supervisor completing required documentation. Reporting highway conditions, public accidents and MTO property damage, including damage to highway right of way such as guideposts, flex beam and bridge handrail to the patroller on duty.
• Complete all the required paperwork.
• Other related duties.

Skills Required:
• Team player, organized, reliable.
• Helpful, friendly and courteous with the public, regulatory agencies and peers;
• Punctual and willing to work shift work;
• Physically able to meet all requirements and perform satisfactorily all highway maintenance and emergency assignments in a manner that promotes cost effective operations, staff co-operation and working in a safe and environmentally friendly manner at all times;
• Must be able to obtain DZ license; AZ License is an asset;
• Must be able to pass drug pre-screening and have satisfactory Driver’s Abstract.

Experience Required:
• 1 year of experience in public works.
• Additional on-the-job training will be provided

Education Required:
• No formal education requirements.

Wage & Hours: $ 31.16 / h
• Number of hours per day: 8
• Number of days per week: 5
• Number of hours per week: 40
• Overtime starts after how many hours: 44 hours per week
• Shift rotation (as applicable): During winter operations, the shifts will range from 8 hours to 12 depending on the weather events. An employee must be available each day for work either days or nights. During summer operations, employees are scheduled Monday to Friday 8 hours per day.

Benefits:
☒ Disability Insurance – Long-term
☒ Dental Insurance – Basic and Major Restorative
☐ Pension
☒ Extended medical insurance (e.g. prescription drugs, paramedical services, medical services and equipment)
☒ Additional remuneration (bonus, premium, etc.) – As per company’s policy. $1.51/hr for a Low Population premium on every hour worked
☒ Other (if applicable): As per company’s policy. RRSP, Life Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, Medical Benefits coverage, Vision Care coverage, Bereavement coverage, sick time.

Type of Vacation:
☒ Days Number: 15
☒ % Amount: 6%

Anyone who is qualified and can legally work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, the employer will not consider your application. Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

AI Disclosure: This employer does not use artificial intelligence or automated decision-making tools in the hiring process.

To apply: Email: careers@emconservices.ca