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Seasonal Operator, Highway Maintenance (Alaska Highway BC)

@ Ledcor Road Maintenance Ltd.

Fort Nelson, BC · Dease Lake, BC · Whitehorse, YT

$30.76–$37.72/hrFull-time
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Overview

Ledcor Highways Ltd. is hiring a full-time seasonal operator to maintain the Alaska Highway year-round in Northern BC, using snowplows, wheel loaders and other heavy equipment. The role involves winter and seasonal road maintenance plus labourer tasks, with shift, on-call and night work, and wages of $30.76 to $37.72 per hour. Class 1 or Class 3 licence with air endorsement is required.

Pay:

$30.76–$37.72 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Operate snowplow trucks, wheel loaders and other heavy equipment
  • Maintain Alaska Highways year-round, including labourer tasks
  • Work outside in all weather conditions

Requirements summary:

  • Valid Class 1 or 3 driver's licence with air endorsement
  • Clear 3-year driver's abstract
  • Pass pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Previous experience operating a snowplow or wheel loader is a strong asset

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceDentalVisionLife insuranceWellness
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-18
First seen by our source
2026-10-19
Source record updated
2026-11-02

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentConstruction trades
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleovernight
SeasonalYes
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingOutdoors, Vehicle
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 50 lb · computer none
Licences & certificationsAir endorsement
Driver’s licencerequired
Background checksdrug and alcohol, driving record
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Performance bonus, Wellness, Paid training, Home office allowance

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Ledcor Road Maintenance Ltd.

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Job description
Join Our Team – Road Maintenance Careers with Ledcor Highways Ltd.

Are you tired of long commutes and working far from home? Looking for a stable, long-term career where you can contribute to your local community?

Ledcor Highways Ltd. (LHL) is offering exciting road maintenance opportunities across Northern BC, providing year-round employment with contracts lasting up to three years.

We are seeking enthusiastic, team-oriented individuals to help keep the Alaska highway safe. If you hold a Class 1 or Class 3 license and want to work for a company that values safety, community, and career growth, we want to hear from you!

We offer industry leading wages, excellent training, benefits, RSP's and career growth potential with advancement opportunities within our diversified company. You will be responsible for winter and seasonal maintenance of The Alaska highways, using various heavy equipment.

Watch Ledcor’s Innovation, Culture and Community video to see what it’s like working for Ledcor and apply today to join the Ledcor Highways team in various locations across Northern BC.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mdhNKGIZL4c

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Operate snowplow trucks, wheel loaders, and other heavy equipment as required
  • Maintain Alaska Highways year-round, including assisting with Labourer duties (crack sealing, pothole repair, bridge and signage cleaning, hazard remediation, etc.)
  • Work outside in all weather conditions

Qualifications:

  • Successful completion pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
  • Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including lifting up to 50 lbs.
  • Valid Class 1 or 3 driver’s license with air endorsement
  • Clear 3-year driver’s abstract
  • Previous experience operating a snowplow truck and/or wheel loader is a strong asset

Work Conditions:

  • As we respond to various weather patterns, some shift work, on-call, and night shift will be required
  • Benefits and RSPs provided by CLAC union
  • Camp provided in remote locations
  • Due to the nature of the work, preference will be given to local applicants

Compensation

$30.76 - $37.72 per hour

This is the applicable wage range for this position. Individuals will be assigned a base wage within this range based on trade certification and/or apprenticeship level, industry experience, and work location.

Remote, site-based positions may be eligible for additional incentives including but not limited to travel and accommodation allowances.

We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.

Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Additional Information

Ledcor builds and maintains infrastructure in various industries including oil and gas, transportation, and mining. We’re experts in all infrastructure construction and maintenance related projects. Our vast projects include: full-scale contract mining, earthworks, foundations, highways, bridges, roads, waterways and resources, airports, rapid transit, underground utilities, pipelines, independent power projects and site reclamation.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

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