Posted 24 days ago
Highway Maintenance Operator
@ Colas
Calgary, Alberta
Overview
Colas, through its Canadian Road Builders group, is hiring a Highway Maintenance Operator for year-round maintenance of the Southwest Calgary Ring Road. The work combines operating snowplows and equipment with physical roadside tasks, in all weather, on long, night and on-call shifts. The posting states a competitive salary and benefits package.
Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain snowplows and other equipment
- Perform traffic setup, flagging and sign, guardrail and delineator installation
- Complete daily inspections and minor repairs
- Work long, night and on-call shifts in all weather
Requirements summary:
- Valid Class 3 or Class 1 licence with air brakes endorsement
- Recent 5-year abstract and reliable personal transportation
- Strong communication skills in English
- Pass pre-employment fitness and drug/alcohol testing
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · successfactors
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-13
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-14
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Vehicle, Client sites |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Air brakes endorsement |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol, driving record |
| Education | High school (preferred) |
| Perks mentioned | Paid training |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Colas
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Boulogne-Billancourt |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 246 |
Canadian Road Builders a Western Canadian road construction company. The CRB Group of divisions are dedicated to providing our clients with innovative and environmentally responsible solutions for building, maintaining, and preserving today’s infrastructure while upholding the highest ethical standards in all we do. We offer opportunities for qualified people who want to grow in our high-performance organization including competitive salary and benefits package, along with in-house training, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.
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.
Qualifications
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.
CRB offers competitive salary and benefits packages, along with in-house training, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.
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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