LaPrairie Works Inc., a member of LaPrairie Group of Companies, provides highway and bridge maintenance, civil construction, slope stabilization, erosion and drainage control, and environmental remediation services across Western Canada. We are proud to be formally recognized with industry and ministerial awards for innovation and environmental stewardship, while managing long-term contracts within both provincial and federal jurisdictions.

We are expanding our highway maintenance operations into CMA 506 with operational centers in Wabasca/Calling Lake, Slave Lake/Hondo, Flatbush, Barrhead, Westlock and Egremont, AB.

We are looking to hire a Grader Operator, Highway Maintenance Operations to be based in Barrhead, AB.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Operate a Grader in a safe and efficient manner to carry out the grading of local roads as per the contract requirements.
• Operate required specialized grading equipment.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the equipment and conduct any routine maintenance, including performing minor repairs as needed.
• Review and understand route maps and application rates.
• Complete/ maintain accurate hours of service records, safety reports, and fuel reports.
• Observe and uphold HSE fundamentals.
• Responsible for pre & post inspection check of equipment and track in log book.
• Report any equipment defects or maintenance issues to Foreman/Superintendent.
• Responsible for checking and refilling equipment fuels and fluids to required specs.
• Track any refueling or top ups in inspection log.
• Prepare and submit necessary reports (daily, weekly, etc.).
• Actively participate in the compliance of the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Assurance System.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Required Skills:

• Experience operating a grader is required.
• Experience with off-road & winter driving.
• Experience in highway maintenance activities, such as; winter maintenance, surface repairs, roadside and bridge maintenance.
• Experience operating other heavy-duty equipment is an asset.
• Valid Class 1 or 3 license.
• Acceptable Driver's Abstract
• First Aid Training
• Ability to work day/night shifts and be on-call.

LaPrairie Works Inc provides Industry-leading compensation and benefits, relocation assistance, professional training, and development opportunities and all within a supportive, dynamic, and proactive work environment.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their application, including a resume and cover letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.