Maintenance Worker
LAB Labourer; OR1-4 Operator 1-4
Regular/full-time
Department of Transportation and Infrastructure
Highway Operations - Northern, Transportation Operations
Grand Rapids MB, Lynn Lake MB, Snow Lake MB, The Pas MB, Thompson MB, Wabowden MB
Advertisement Number: 42778
Salary(s): LAB $42,365.00 - $46,518.00 per year ; OR1-4 $48,647.00 - $59,562.00 per year
Closing Date: September 30, 2026
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.
Candidates must indicate their preferred location(s) in the application form.
Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure (MTI) is currently looking to fill several full-time departmental positions. New employees are hired as Labourers (LAB: $42,365 - $46,518) and promoted to the Operator (OR1-4: $48,647 to $59,562) series once training, orientation, and proficiency-testing milestones are met. This advertisement will remain open until positions are filled and will establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.
To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form. See below for further instructions.
Click here to access the application form.
Duties:
Maintenance Workers (MW's) operate highway maintenance equipment, small hand and power tools, and perform physical maintenance work associated with highway maintenance activities. In the winter months, the MW will operate heavy equipment to keep highways clear of snow and ice. Spring, summer and fall months may include a variety work such as; paved surface repairs, gravel road maintenance, debris pick-up, sign repair and right-of-way maintenance.
Why Work for Manitoba Government?
The Manitoba government values its employees, recognizing the important role that each person plays in delivering exceptional services, programs and support to the province. Your important contributions are recognized with a comprehensive package of benefits, including an attractive salary, pension plan, health and wellness benefits, and other supports to encourage work-life balance.
Financial Security
- Attractive salaries
- Defined pension plan
- Life insurance coverage
- Long-Term Disability Plan
Benefit Plan
- Employer paid health care benefits including health, dental and vision
- Extended health care for services such as physiotherapy, chiropractor, massages, acupuncture and more
- Annual health spending account for eligible employees
Commitment to Health and Wellness
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Paid time-off including sick leave, wellness days and family related leave days
- Flexible work arrangements for eligible positions
- Generous vacation entitlements, increasing with years of service
- Parental, maternity, and adoptive leave options
Professional Growth & Development
We want our employees to thrive and grow and are committing to investing in their development. We offer multiple avenues of support such as inhouse training, educational assistance and leadership development programs to help achieve these goals.
Organizational Culture and Values
The Manitoba government is committed to a work environment and culture that values and recognizes every employee. When we look at Manitoba’s Public Service, we see a reflection of Manitoba’s diversity. We come from differing educational, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds and work in a wide array of jobs across the province, we are all public servants.
Impact on Manitoba’s Future
By working for Manitoba’s Public Service, you have the unique opportunity to use your time to serve the land, communities, and the people of Manitoba. You can leave a lasting mark that will impact both current and future generations.
Qualifications:
Essential:
- Experience performing manual labour.
- Experience operating hand and power tools.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Effective verbal communication skills.
- Experience operating light and/or heavy duty equipment.
- Experience servicing and/or making minor repairs to vehicles and equipment.
Conditions of Employment:
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Must have a Class 5F driver's licence without restrictions (excluding corrective lenses) and ability to upgrade to a Class 3 with air brake endorsement within 6 months.
- Must be physically capable of performing all of the required job duties, lifting/carrying up to 55 pounds, walking on rough terrain, sitting and standing for prolonged periods, climbing stairs and ladders, crouching, kneeling, bending, twisting, operating vehicles and wearing personal protective equipment).
- Must be able to respond to work within 30 minutes of call.
- Must be able to work overtime as required.
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WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL.
To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form. Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services under “Apply to” to request a copy of the application form. The selection board will rely only on information provided in this form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment. Note: You are not required to submit a cover letter, but may be asked to submit a resume, references, or other documentation at a later point if invited for further consideration.
Click here to access the application form.
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.
Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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