Maintenance Coordinator (Highway Supervisor)
Job Overview
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Date PostedMay 16, 2025
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Location
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Wage/Salary$31.25 - $33.95 / hour
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Contact NameHuman Resources - Highway Operations Unit: HOU-MRG.hr-rh@pc.gc.ca
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Open PositionsTBD
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Staff AccommodationYes
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Position DurationPermanent, Temporary
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Position TypeFull-Time
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(More Ways to Apply) Link to Websitehttps://emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.ca/psrs-srfp/applicant/page1800?poster=2319438&toggleLanguage=en
Job Description
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.)
For further information on the organization, please visit Parks Canada
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.
Note: Staff housing is subject to availability.
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
Job Requirements
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.
Degree equivalency
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
Information on language requirements
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
• Security Screening: Obtain and maintain Reliability Status;
• Maintenance of a valid Class 3 driver’s license with air brake endorsement.
• Willingness to wear identifier clothing and required safety equipment;
• Willingness to travel over roads closed to the general public and to work under avalanche hazard conditions;
• Willingness to travel and/or work in a variety of weather conditions and terrain for extended periods of time;
• Requirement to work shift work – during day- and night-time hours, overtime, weekends and/or statutory holidays, provincial/territorial holidays and call back or standby duty.
• Candidates will be required to undergo and meet the requirements for a medical examination/pre-employment medical examinations and/or periodic medical checks.
Perks & Benefits
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
