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Winter Labourer
@ Dawson Group
Smithers, British Columbia
Overview
Dawson Group is hiring a temporary, full-time Labourer for road maintenance in Smithers, B.C., reporting to the Road Foreperson. The work involves manual labour, operating heavy equipment on public roads in all weather, and directing traffic through work zones. The posting requires shift work and may involve travel across the province.
Pay:
$31.15–$32.17 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Operate heavy equipment on public roads in all weather
- Direct and control traffic through work sites
- Maintain daily work logs and complete maintenance reports
- Follow the Supervisor's daily production schedule
- Care for and maintain equipment
Requirements summary:
- Minimum two years road maintenance or construction experience
- Valid driver's licence, Class 1 preferred
- BCCSA Traffic Control Ticket
- Ability to work shift work and outdoors in all weather
- Heavy Equipment Operating Certificate an asset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Source type not verified · easyapply
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-01
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 |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Vehicle |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | BCCSA Traffic Control Ticket, Heavy Equipment Operating Certificate |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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Dawson Group
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We support BC’s transportation system by building and maintaining highways, bridges and infrastructure we all rely on.
Full company description
Dawson Group is family-owned construction and transportation company that has been in operation in British Columbia since 1922. We know the importance of family, and serving British Columbia’s families is one of our core missions. We strive to be recognized as a company that inspires excellence by investing in people, sustaining and building partnerships and driving prosperity in our communities.
- LinkedIn followers
- 2,795
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 83
- Reported office locations
- 6-1540 Springhill Drive, Kamloops, British Columbia V2E 2H1, CA
- Other recorded names
- Dawson Group
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
Dawson Group is family-owned construction and transportation company that has been in operation in British Columbia since 1922. We know the importance of family, and serving British Columbia’s families is one of our core missions. We strive to be recognized as a company that inspires excellence by investing in people, sustaining and building partnerships and driving prosperity in our communities.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Kamloops, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1922 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 31 |
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Dawson Road Maintenance is looking for Labourers, who have a good knowledge of safety around equipment, an eagerness to learn, and a strong work ethic.
In this role you will be a valued member of Dawson Road Maintenance, working in a temporary, full-time position of Labourer reporting to the Road Foreperson. We are currently hiring in Smithers, B.C. and may require some travel throughout our great province.
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
- Must prioritize safety of self and others in all aspects of the job
- Work collaboratively with all team members to successfully complete tasks at hand.
- Ability to perform unskilled manual work requiring little previous training or experience but involving physical effort.
- Operate heavy equipment in all weather conditions, on public roadways in a safe and appropriate manner
- Follow direction of the Supervisor regarding daily production schedule and activities
- Maintains a daily activity of work in progress and status of completion
- Maintain proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment
- Complete all work reports and maintenance logs
- Stop, slow, and safely direct traffic through work or construction sites
- Give traffic control directions and signals clearly and precisely so that motorists understand their meaning
- Keep the flow of traffic moving with as few delays as possible
WHAT YOU BRING
- Minimum two (2) years of road maintenance and/or construction experience
- Valid Class 1 preferred, or 3 Drivers license is required
- Two (2) years commercial driving experience is an asset
- BCCSA Traffic Control Ticket
- Experience in snow removal is considered an asset
- Knowledge of road construction materials, road construction processes and industry requirements
- Heavy Equipment Operating Certificate an asset
- Able to manage electronic reporting using tablets
- Minor equipment maintenance
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Ability to work shift work
BENEFITS
Looking to be a key member of a well-established family-owned company? Our core values include: People First, Integrity, Excellence and Respect and as such we are committed to providing an environment that supports the growth and effectiveness of our employees and the organization. You will work for a company that offers an excellent compensation package, pension, and medical benefits, as well as learning and long-term advancement opportunities.
Dawson Group is expanding our reach and need people like you to join us on our journey, and to help us continue safely connecting our communities.
Apply now to start a conversation!
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