Highway maintenance Jobs in Quesnel, BC

Maintenance Coordinator (Highway Supervisor)

Reference number : CAP25J-022695-000097

Selection process number : 2025-CAP-HOU-EA-005 Parks Canada - Highway Operations Unit

Various work locations : Mount Revelstoke & Glacier (Rogers Pass, BC), Lake Louise-Yoho, Kootenay (Radium Hot Springs, BC), Banff and Jasper National Parks.

GL-MAN-07 (C3) - Indeterminate, term, acting

31.25 to $33.95 per hour (plus 15% supervisory differential. Supervisory Differential is a percentage that is paid on top of the hourly rate for those who occupy a supervisor level position.)

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Closing date : 27 May 2025 - 23 : 59, Pacific Time

Who can apply : All persons who have legal status to work in Canada. Please indicate in your application the reason for which you are entitled to work in Canada : Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status or work permit.

Important messages

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Duties

The Highway Operations Maintenance Coordinators play an integral role in supervising work crews and ensuring the safety of Canadian roadways. This position will be responsible for the following :

• Train, orient, supervise and instruct operational staff
• Manage daily administrative tasks and maintain accurate records / documentation
• Coordinate / plan highway maintenance and the installation of projects for the Agency
• Lead health and safety efforts in the workplace

The incumbent of this position must be comfortable using computers, two-way radios and satellite phones to complete the duties of this position.

Work environment

Experience what it’s like to live and work with the mountains on your doorstep! The Highway Operation Unit spans all through the Mountain National Parks, including Jasper, Banff, Lake Louise / Yoho, Kootenay, and Mount Revelstoke & Glacier. Our employees play a critical role in keeping highways safe and maintained year round.

We offer an engaging work environment with opportunity for growth and advancement. Our diverse teams are made up of drivers, mechanics, welders, and supervisory roles. Become a part of our dynamic team today!

Maintenance Coordinators will report to work in one of our five operating areas within national park boundaries. During peak of winter operations, this position will work with a full team of skilled trade, labour and administrative professionals. Parks Canada places safety, collaboration and integrity at the forefront of all our work.

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to fill anticipated vacancies within the Highway Operations Unit on an indeterminate, term, and / or acting basis.

This process may be used to create a list of qualified candidates to staff similar positions with various tenures, security levels or linguistic requirements in same or other parts of the country.

Positions to be filled : Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

Contact information for 2 references.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION

Secondary school diploma; or, an acceptable combination of education, training and experience.

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION

Valid class 3 driver’s license with air brake endorsement.

EXPERIENCE

EX1 : Experience in programs related to year-round operations and maintenance of a major highway.

EX2 : Experience in heavy equipment operation, including snow removal, and labour disciplines.

EX3 : Experience in the inspection of highway assets, highway construction, and associated equipment.

EX4 : Experience in risk and Incident Management in a transportation operation.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

KNOWLEDGE

K1 : Knowledge of occupation health and safety procedures in the workplace.

ABILITIES

A1 : Ability to manage and shift priorities as needed and with little notice.

A2 : Ability to coordinate the delivery of highway maintenance programs and contribute to work planning.

A3 : Ability to supervise a team, including mentoring, scheduling, training, and performance management.

A4 : Ability to communicate effectively.

A5 : Ability to use a computer and various software programs such as Microsoft Office, Outlook, and PDF editors.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

PS1 : Exercise sound judgement

PS2 : Takes responsibility

PS3 : Demonstrates integrity

PS4 : Dependability

PS5 : Effective interpersonal relationships

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ASSET OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION (non essential)

Valid Class 1 drivers license

ASSET EXPERIENCE (non essential)

AEX1 : Experience in the supervision of employees.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Travel safely and work efficiently in avalanche conditions.

Conditions of employment

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

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Tips for applicants :

The Parks Canada Agency is established as a separate employer in the Federal Public Service under the Financial Administration Act. Persons appointed to the Agency continue to be part of the Public Service. The Parks Canada Agency operates under its own human resources framework outside of the Public Service Employment Act and in line with values of fairness, competence and respect, and its operating principles.

In accordance with paragraph 8(2)(a) of the Privacy Act, information or material, whether provided directly by the candidate or otherwise obtained by the selection board, used during the selection process for the purpose of assessing a candidate may be used as part of the selection review and recourse processes. Such relevant information may be provided to third parties, such as other candidates or their representatives, who have a legitimate reason to be aware of that information.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

Travel cost for individuals who are not Federal Public Servants will not be covered.

A random and / or top down selection of candidates may be used in the determination of those to be given further consideration in the assessment process.