Highway Snow Plow Operator

Fowler is searching for licensed AZ or DZ drivers to operate tandem or tri-axle snow plows, or combination plow/spreader units, for the winter season in the Powassan area.

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

**Key Duties**:

- Safe and efficient operation of the spreader, plow wing or combo unit, to perform winter maintenance operations on MTO designated highways as per the contract.
- Prepare, maintain, and operate heavy maintenance equipment such as loaders, backhoes, skid steers, etc.
- Prepare, maintain, and operate light duty maintenance equipment such as steamers, chainsaws, gas powered hand tools, etc.
- Maintain accurate documentation including but not limited to pre-trips, fuel reports, safety reports and hours of service, and all required winter maintenance documentation such as Winter Operations Records.
- Maintain and clean equipment and conduct routine maintenance and minor repairs as required and/or instructed by area supervisor.
- Carry out any additional highway maintenance activities, facility maintenance and patrol yard maintenance as required and/or instructed by area supervisor.
- Ensure compliance with applicable acts and regulations (such as speed limits, seatbelts, no handheld devices while driving, etc.).
- Understand and follow all contractual requirements, including call response time, route maps, documentation, etc.
- Immediately report accidents, incidents, and traffic violations to the area supervisor.
- All other duties as assigned by management.

**Requirements/Qualifications**:

- Must hold and maintain a valid AZ or DZ driver’s license and clean CVOR.
- OTM Book 7 Training is considered an asset.
- Experience in highway maintenance and plowing is considered an asset.
- A high commitment to personal safety and the safety of others.
- Must be capable of self-loading the truck (training will be provided).
- Strong work ethic, reliable and highly motivated.
- Must be able to work with little supervision.
- Be capable of communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing, in a prompt and courteous manner.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to stand, lift 50 lbs., carry, bend, reach, climb.

**Work Conditions**:

- Indoor and outdoor environments in various weather conditions.
- Travel to various sites and locations may be required.
- Flexible with work hours as there will be shiftwork, including weekends, nights based on the assigned shift or rotation, and weather conditions.
- 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._

IAMFowler

**Job Type**: Seasonal

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
- On call

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

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

Licence/Certification:

- DZ or equivalent driver's license (required)

Work Location: In person