Temporary Jobs in Terrace, BC

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $31.23-39.06

Winter Highway Maintenance Worker | SKEENA

About Emil Anderson Maintenance

Emil Anderson Maintenance (EAM) is the BC Ministry of Transportation and Transit (MoTT) highway and bridge maintenance contractor for three service areas in British Columbia : Service Area 7 (Fraser Valley), Service Area 20 (Robson), and Service Area 26 (Skeena).

For decades, EAM has delivered reliable road and bridge maintenance across urban and rural corridors. Our teams perform the full scope of highway maintenance activities, including vegetation control, drainage, sign and pavement repairs, concrete and wood bridge repair, gravel surface grading, antiicing, snow plowing, and incident and emergency response. Based out of regional offices and yards, our skilled yearround workforce scales up during winter operations to meet seasonal demands and maintain prescribed response times on numbered routes.

We take pride in our people and in serving the Fraser Valley, Robson, and Skeena communities with diligent patrols, clear communication, and consistent quality. As part of the Emil Anderson Group, we pair deep local experience with the resources of a respected BC construction network to keep people and goods moving safely yearround.

Our success is rooted in our Core Values : Safety, Leadership, Improvement, Commitment, and Excellence. Joining our team means working on landmark projects, learning from industry leaders, and advancing your career in a supportive, safety-focused culture.

The Opportunity

We're seeking applications for winter highway maintenance workers / labourers for the Service Area 26 (Skeena), which includes Terrace, Kitimat and Gitlaxtaamiks. This is a seasonal, full-time position consisting of manual labour and operating plow trucks. Multiple positions available.

As a Winter Highway Maintenance Worker with Emil Anderson Maintenance (EAM), youll help keep roads safe and reliable throughout the winter season. Youll operate plow and sanding trucks, support handson road repairs, and work with a skilled crew to respond quickly and work safely in all weather. This is a physically demanding, labourintensive role that involves outdoor work in cold, snowy conditions and extended shifts when needed. If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in essential community service, and thrive in a fastpaced, team environment, this role is for you.

Although we are a unionaffiliated organization, being an active member is not a prerequisite.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Removal of snow and ice by safely using snow removal and / or sanding equipment.
• Completion of pre-trip and post trip inspections.
• Changing snowplow blades.
• Patching potholes and jackhammering.
• Doing maintenance and minor service works on vehicles.
• Digging out plugged drains,maintainingshrubbery, and picking up litter.
• Any other duties asrequired.

Your Qualifications & Skills

What We Offer

The chance to be part of essential roadway operations that keep communities across British Columbia safe and moving, while building your career with a company thats been trusted for over 85 years. As part of the Emil Anderson Group of companies, youll join a culture where people are more than employees theyre contributors, owners, and leaders. Here, youll have opportunities to learn from industry experts, grow your skills, and make a lasting impact across a diverse network of highways and roads.

Safety & Compliance

Safety is our highest priority. All employees are expected to work in compliance with company safety policies and WorkSafeBC regulations, wear appropriate PPE, and participate in toolbox talks and safety training, where applicable.

Belonging Statement

Emil Anderson Group is an equal opportunity employer, in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, performance management, promotions, and benefits. We base such decisions solely on job-related qualifications, skills, and abilities without regard to race, nationality, ethnicity, color, gender, political affiliation, religion / belief system, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, age, diverse ability, or any other characteristic.