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Highway Maintenance Worker/Operator
full-time•Rocky Mountain House
About this role
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Reporting to the Foreman, the Highway Maintenance Worker Operator plays a key role in maintaining highways, ensuring the functionality and safety of roadways.
How You’ll Add Value
- Actively contribute to the safety culture, promoting a safe and productive work environment
- Ensure proper signage, traffic control measures, and emergency response for weather events, accidents, and wildlife hazards
- Maintain well-stocked maintenance facilities and complete necessary documentation, including logs, reports, and safety records
- Safely transport hazardous materials and manage traffic in high-volume work zones and emergency situations
- Maintain, service, and inspect company equipment, vehicles, and facilities, ensuring proper care and security
- Follow labour laws, company policies, safety regulations, and environmental compliance, while applying QA/QC standards for highway maintenance, road safety, and hazard assessments
- Perform in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt
- Operate additional heavy equipment as required to support project needs
What You Bring
- Valid Class 3 or 1 Driver’s License with air brake endorsement with a Driver’s Abstract showing no more than 6 demerits and no major infractions
- Experience in operating and performing minor maintenance on light, medium, and heavy equipment is considered an asset
- 50+ hours of experience of snowplow operation is preferred
- Be able to work on call and perform on night shifts when needed
Note: Pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Testing will be required.
How We Make It Count
- 100% Employer-Paid Benefits: Enjoy industry-leading comprehensive health and wellness coverage
- RRSP: Build your future with employer RRSP contributions for eligible employees
- Long-Term Careers: Join a team with an average tenure of 7.3 years across all roles
- Seasonal Rehire Loyalty: 44% of seasonal employees return year after year
- Professional Growth: Access 500+ training courses in safety, upskilling, and leadership development
- Unlimited Potential: Be part of a company that supports your goals and helps you succeed
Our Commitment to You
Safety Isn’t Just a Priority—It’s a Value. Safety is woven into the fabric of who we are and how we operate. It’s not a box we check off; it’s a commitment that guides every decision we make, every process we implement, and every project we undertake. Because at the end of the day, when we say safety is a value, we mean it’s a promise we make to our people, families, and the communities we serve.
True to Our Word, True to Our People. Our culture is grounded in humility and authenticity, with a deep commitment to family. We believe in supporting each other, no matter the role or title. When we say we care, we mean it—our actions match our words. Everyone is empowered, valued, and respected, because being 'true to our word' means being 'true to our people.'
Interesting Projects and Skill-Building Work. Volker Stevin is known for its ability to take on complex projects of all sizes, from large-scale infrastructure builds to specialized niche developments to highway maintenance and more. This diversity in project scope and complexity means that our employees have access to new opportunities across our family of companies that challenge them to think creatively and develop new skills.
What you'll do
- The Highway Maintenance Worker/Operator is responsible for maintaining highways and ensuring roadway safety. This includes managing traffic control measures, performing equipment inspections, and responding to emergency situations.
About Volker Stevin Canada
Since 1978, Volker Stevin has been dedicated to enhancing communities and connecting people with progress. As part of the VolkerWessels family, we specialize in civil construction and rehabilitation, highway maintenance, civil works, and bridge construction across Western Canada and the Northwestern United States.
We don’t just build and maintain infrastructure—we create connections that shape the future. Every employee plays an essential role in our success, fostering a collaborative environment where safety comes first, people are our greatest asset, and exceptional performance enables us to build lasting legacies in the places we call home.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Highway Maintenance Worker/Operator do at Volker Stevin Canada?
As a Highway Maintenance Worker/Operator at Volker Stevin Canada, you will: the Highway Maintenance Worker/Operator is responsible for maintaining highways and ensuring roadway safety. This includes managing traffic control measures, performing equipment inspections, and responding to emergency situations..
Is the Highway Maintenance Worker/Operator position at Volker Stevin Canada remote?
The Highway Maintenance Worker/Operator position at Volker Stevin Canada is based in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, Canada. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
How do I apply for the Highway Maintenance Worker/Operator position at Volker Stevin Canada?
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