Position Description: Full-time Highway Maintenance Technician (Patrollers)
As a Highway Maintenance Technician, you'll take on the vital role of patrolling and maintaining designated roads, ensuring they remain safe and in top condition. Your work will be essential in keeping our roads safe and functional for everyone. Join our team and make a real impact on the safety and quality of our roadways!
Fowler Construction is excited to expand our Winter Maintenance Operations into the Sudbury East area. As of September 1, 2026, we will be the new service provider for this contract, meaning exciting opportunities are on the horizon to join our winter maintenance team.
Location:
Wahnapitae, Rock Lake, Walden, Cartier, ON
Please Note:
Applications received without an attached resumé will be automatically rejected.
Who We Are
Fowler Construction has been a leader in infrastructure development for decades, delivering high-quality projects across Ontario. We are committed to safety, innovation, and building strong relationships with our employees, clients, and communities. Fowler expanded into Winter Operations in 2018 and currently successfully manages the Simcoe, Huntsville, and North Bay winter contracts through the MTO. We are excited to add the Sudbury contract to our team.
FOWLER CONSTRUCTION VALUES
People – We invest in our employees’ well-being, growth, and success.
Performance – We uphold excellence, professionalism, and hard work.
Community – We support local initiatives and foster strong connections.
Environment – We prioritize sustainability and responsible practices.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and operate light and heavy maintenance equipment such as patrol trucks, crash trucks, loaders, plows, combinations/spreaders, tractors, weed eaters, lawn mowers, chainsaws, etc.
Maintain, complete and submit a patrol diary daily.
Identify and maintain the Maintenance Deficiencies List.
Monitor operations within the assigned patrol area.
Ensure all roadways are clear of all debris in the patrol area.
Respond to public complaints.
Respond to all incidents within the patrol area (accidents, spills, etc.).
Report accidents, incidents and/or injuries to the Patrol Supervisor, completing and submitting required documentation daily.
Complete and monitor all required paperwork, daily/weekly/monthly reports as specified in the contract, including: Driver Inspection documents, Hours of Service Log Sheets, Vehicle Circle Safety Checks, Winter Operations Records, and other operational documents as required.
Carry out all routine/non-routine highway maintenance activities, facility maintenance and yard maintenance as required; such as guideposts, sign installations, pothole filling, washout repairs, debris pick up, picnic site and layby, snow removal, maintenance, etc.
Assist in training and mentoring staff by utilizing OPSD standards and maintenance best practices, etc.
Perform required preventative and routine equipment maintenance, which includes but is not limited to: performing cleaning/washing the interior and exterior of equipment, checking fluid levels, assisting in changing plow blades, minor equipment repairs, greasing equipment and refuelling equipment after use.
Monitor weather, dispatch winter maintenance equipment when required and monitor winter operations.
Position Requirements
OTM Book 7 Training for traffic control is considered an asset.
Must maintain a valid DZ driver’s license.
Experience in highway maintenance.
Computer literate.
Strong organizational skills with clear communication abilities.
Helpful, friendly and courteous with the public, regulatory agencies and peers.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must be able to work with little supervision and must be self-directed.
Able to stand, lift 50 lbs, carry, bend, and reach.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision)
Company vehicle for work-related travel
Opportunities for career growth and development
A collaborative and dynamic work environment
Work Conditions
Indoor and outdoor environments in various weather conditions.
Flexible with work hours as there will be shiftwork, including weekends, nights based on the assigned shift and or rotation.
Must be available to be on call regularly.
Join Our Team
Fowler is people-powered; we don't use AI in our Recruitment process. This posting is for a vacancy that will commence late summer/fall 2026.
Equal Opportunity Employer
At Fowler Construction, we truly value the diversity of our team and the communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we're dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment for everyone, including those who need accommodations. Questions regarding collection of information or requests for accommodations during the hiring process should be directed to Human Resources at careers@fowler.ca.