Gravel Checker (Seasonal)

Position Summary

Reporting to the Assistant Manager of Infrastructure Services, the Gravel Checker is a seasonal field position primarily responsible for assisting in the administration and co-ordination of Yellowhead County’s annual summer gravel programs on County maintained roads in accordance with County contracts.

Position Responsibilities

General

Assist in the administration and co-ordination of the summer gravel programs by ensuring the even application of surface gravel to designated roads at appropriate rates.

Maintain accurate written and electronic records of gravel application rates, quantities, and distances.

Assist with the documentation and collection of County infrastructure information, such as road and culvert data as assigned.

Perform basic maintenance and cleaning of vehicles, equipment, and tools.

Safe operation of County vehicles and equipment such as pick-up trucks.

Completion of work site and vehicle safety hazard inspections.

Complete additional safety training as required.

Complete all other duties as assigned.

Qualification, Knowledge, Skill & Ability Requirements

Completion of Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.

Possess valid Standard First Aid and CPR certificate.

Basic to intermediate technical aptitude, including the operation of Microsoft Office applications such as Excel required.

Previous experience/education with road maintenance activities considered an asset.

Completion of first- or second-year university/college course work in a relevant field would be considered an asset.

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Good documentation skills.

Must be punctual and of reliable character.

Must be able to work with limited supervision.

Possess valid Class 5 Driver's License (or equivalent) with fewer than 6 demerits.

Provide a current 5-year Driver's Abstract, if applicable.

Completion of Defensive Driving certification.

Must be 18 years of age or older.

Working Environment

Working Conditions:

90% of work duties conducted outdoors in all weather conditions.

10% of work duties are administrative such as completing documentation.

Will often work alongside third-party contractors or alone.

Potential interaction with domestic animals and/or wildlife.

Physical exertion and some heavy lifting up to 50 lbs required.

Long periods of sitting in vehicle.

Frequent and/or daily driving required on gravel road surfaces.

Must be willing to work overtime and weekends as required.

Public contact may be confrontational.

The hourly range is $23.62 to $25.71 per hour. This is a seasonal position running approximatley from May 5, 2025 till August 29, 2025.
*IMPORTANT: Applicants must include cover letter, resume, 2 written references and a driver's abstract to be considered for an interview.*
Position will be based out of Edson.
The competition will remain open until suitable candidate is found.
Only those considered will be contacted.

Company

Yellowhead County

Location

Edson, AB

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