Winter Patroller (Full Time/Part Time/Casual)

September 18, 2025

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About Us The Miller Group, a subsidiary of Colas Canada, is a Canadian leader in the construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure since 1917. We provide exceptional customer service and operational support using our time-proven construction methods and innovative technologies, alongside the highest quality products and materials. We leverage our global network to foster positive relationships that make a lasting difference in the communities where we live and work. Whether it is making your commute more efficient, keeping our communities safe, or making remote areas more accessible, at Miller we are proud to Build Greatness in everything we do. Miller Maintenance proudly provides maintenance services on Maintenance Contracts for the Ministry of Transportation throughout Ontario. Our leadership in the Ontario road and highway maintenance industry is based on our commitment to continuous improvement through education, innovation, safety, and training. Miller Maintenance has immediate openings for Winter Works Combo/Plow Operators. The winter maintenance season runs yearly from October until April, weather dependent. At Miller, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. At our core, we are our people. Following the winter season, we provide all employees equal opportunity to job vacancies. Qualifications <ul><li>G license and clean driving abstract/CVOR</li><li>Experience in snow and ice control along with knowledge of OTM Book 7</li><li>Knowledge of highway maintenance</li><li>Willingness to work in extreme weather conditions</li><li>Ability to work assigned shifts, and extended hours (evenings, weekends, nights, and holidays) as winter events require </li></ul>Day in the Life Our Winter Patrollers are an integral member of our winter maintenance team. You will perform road maintenance activities on provincial highways, respond to emergency situations such as spills and accidents during inclement weather and assist in implementing an emergency plan, providing traffic control at accident scenes as per the contract requirements. When you are not on the road, it will be important to maintain accurate documentation such as fuel reports, safety reports and hours of service, as well as maintain and clean the equipment, conducting routine maintenance and minor repairs. You will familiarize yourself to make snow and ice control decisions during winter and initiate equipment and operator call outs, inspect patrols, and create deficient lists for the Foreperson, respond to public complaints, and operator a variety of equipment. If you have a safety focused mindset and love to be on the road, this is the ideal role for you. Want to be an integral part of keeping our communities safe this winter? Join our team! Culture At Miller, we want every employee to feel connected, where creativity and innovation thrive, and your contributions make a real impact. Our supportive and inclusive atmosphere encourages open communication, ensuring every team member feels heard and valued. With a commitment to flexibility, opportunities for professional development, and a shared passion for excellence, we are more than just colleagues – we are a community dedicated to Building Greatness together. If you are seeking a workplace that values employees, challenges you to reach new heights, and celebrates your achievements, Miller is the place for you. Build your career with. Miller is proud to provide this unique career opportunity, we offer continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package. At our core; we are our people. We succeed because we respect our people and invest in their development, safety and well-being. Miller is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion are key attributes to building greatness. Miller’s core values of Integrity and Community welcomes everyone, at work and in the community, and our value of Accountability, means that we own our actions, our decisions and our results. As a Miller employee, this will ultimately be your commitment to our inclusive culture. We will contact candidates selected for an interview. Accommodation for applications with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested.

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