Winter Patroller

Fowler is searching for Winter Patrollers to actively patrol and monitor road conditions, repairing and reporting all non-compliance maintenance issues/quality concerns to the supervisor.

**Why work for us?**
- Competitive compensation
- Paid overtime eligibility
- Great company culture
- Year-round employment opportunities
- Company events and perks

**Key Duties**:

- Patrol designated roads and repair deficiencies when identified.
- Communicate to the area patrol supervisor any deficiencies and hazards not remedied.
- Decision making - responsible for calling drivers in, in a timely manner, to service the routes and deploy plows.
- Respond to all incidents within the patrol area (accidents, spills, etc.) and take appropriate action.
- Ensure all roadways are clear of all debris in patrol area.
- Complete all necessary documentation, i.e., Incident Report.
- Dispatch winter maintenance equipment based on route requirements and monitor winter operations.
- Effectively communicate with emergency services; MTO/Communication Centre, ambulance, police, and fire departments.
- Communicate/coordinate with adjoining patrol yards regarding weather conditions, detours, and highway closures.
- Manage and monitor equipment failures and repairs.
- Respond to public complaints.
- Maintain an accurate patrol Diary daily.
- Assist in the completion of all required daily/weekly/monthly reports as specified in the contract.
- Conduct yourself in a professional and mature manner.
- All other duties as assigned by management.

**Requirements/Qualifications**:

- Maintain a valid driver’s license. DZ license given priority.
- OTM Book 7 given priority.
- Strong knowledge of highway maintenance.
- Computer literate.
- Strong decision making and leadership skills.
- Strong organizational skills with clear communication abilities, both verbal and written.
- Must be able to work with little supervision; must be self-directed.
- Must be able to stand, lift 50 lbs., carry, bend, reach.

**Work Conditions**:

- Requires long hours of driving using a company provided vehicle during work hours.
- Indoor and outdoor environments in various weather conditions.
- Flexible with work hours as there will be shiftwork, including weekends, evenings and nights based on the assigned shift.
- Must be available to be on call regularly.
- Fowler Construction Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to meeting its obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. (AODA). Questions regarding collection of information, or accommodation should be directed to Human Resources._

**Job Type**: Seasonal

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- North Bay, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

- DZ or equivalent driver's license (preferred)

Work Location: In person