CA$52,000 – CA$52,000Full TimeEN
Department of Transportation and Infrastructure
Operations Worker I
Two (2) Seasonal Positions
Open
Upham Division
Saint John District
Who we are
The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.
The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure has a broad mandate and is committed to maintaining and improving New Brunswick’s public infrastructure. The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure’s mission is to contribute to New Brunswick’s economy and quality of life by providing and supporting sustainable infrastructure that allows for the safe and efficient movement of people, goods and government services to the public. Not only is the department responsible for managing over 18,000 kilometers of provincial highways, it also manages the planning, design and construction of hospitals, schools and other government buildings.
What you will do
Reporting to the Highway Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following responsibilities:
Performing various highway maintenance and construction work.
Operating and maintaining light construction equipment, including a tandem service truck when required by the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure.
Performing normal maintenance and minor repairs on assigned equipment, preparing, and maintaining work records on the operation of the assigned equipment.
Ensuring roads are safe for public use through plowing and placing sand and salt on roads.
Work environment
Work location: Upham
Work holidays, weekends, shift and/or variable hours.
May work in adverse road and weather conditions.
We promote a scent-reduced environment.
Who you are
Key behavioural competencies
Essential qualifications
Valid Class 3 driver's license with endorsement for air brakes as issued by the Province of New Brunswick.
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability.
Please attach a copy of your driver's license with your application.
Appointment to these positions will be restricted to local area residents.
Asset Qualifications:
Preference may be given to candidates that are One Person Plow certified.
Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.
The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure offers:
SALARY:
Operations Worker I: $26.87 per hour, based on 40-hours per week.
Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health and safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health and safety.
How to apply
We encourage applicants to apply on-line, by May 19, 2026, indicating competition number (15987) 2026-D04-08. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.
We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
As per the Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Program contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province by removing barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.
The New Brunswick Public Service: Improving the lives of New Brunswickers every day!
