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Highway Maintenance Area Patrol Supervisor

Parry Sound, ON
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Competitive compensation
100% Employer-paid premiums for medical and dental benefits
RRSP match pension plan

About the role

Fowler Construction is seeking an experienced Highway Maintenance Area Patrol Supervisor to oversee, schedule, and manage operations for the Contractor Directed Maintenance Contract (CDMC) with the Ministry of Transportation. This role is vital in ensuring safe and efficient highway maintenance operations while maintaining compliance with contract specifications and regulatory requirements.

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 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

  • Direct, manage, and schedule patrollers to ensure smooth operations.
  • Maintain positive working relationships with Ministry of Transportation (MTO) personnel, emergency responders, and the public.
  • Ensure patrollers and operators meet skill level requirements and hold the correct certifications and licenses (e.g., AZ, DZ licenses).
  • Manage recruitment, training, and support the performance management process.
  • Investigate incidents reported by patrollers, ensuring proper documentation and resolution.
  • Monitor patrol yard operations and assess road conditions.
  • Communicate with the Project Manager regarding risks and operational concerns.
  • Supervise subcontractors and ensure their work meets contract requirements.
  • Monitor weather conditions and support patrollers in decision-making.
  • Oversee material orders and deliveries to patrol yards.
  • Review and approve payroll, reports, and documentation for Fowler Construction and the MTO.
  • Direct operations such as the Direct Liquid Application (DLA) process.
  • Conduct yard inspections to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
  • Coordinate road closures with emergency services, school boards, and municipalities.
  • Be available for on-call duty as an after-hours emergency contact.

Position Requirements

  • Strong commitment to safety and the ability to lead by example.
  • Supervisory experience in a leadership role.
  • Previous experience in highway maintenance is preferred.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and time-management skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, etc.).
  • Valid driver’s license (DZ preferred, or willing to acquire DZ).

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation
  • 100% Employer-paid premiums for medical and dental benefits
  • RRSP match pension plan
  • Company vehicle for business purposes
  • Company cellphone and laptop
  • Employee events, perks, and a collaborative work environment

Work Conditions

  • Work in both indoor and outdoor environments, including extreme weather conditions.
  • On-call availability for emergency situations.
  • Travel to various sites as required.
  • Some evening and weekend work based on operational needs.

Join Our Team

If you are a proactive leader with experience in highway maintenance operations, we encourage you to apply!

#INDHP

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.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

  • Bonus pay

Benefits:

  • Company car
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Dental care
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • On-site parking
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care
  • Wellness program

Flexible language requirement:

  • French not required

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday
  • On call
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

About Fowler Construction

Construction
501-1000

74+ YEARS OF INFRASTRUCTURE, AGGREGATES, & MAINTENANCE

FOWLER Construction is one of Ontario's leading road-building, aggregate-producing and highway maintenance companies operating throughout central and northern Ontario. Founded in 1949, with its main office in Bracebridge, Ontario, FOWLER owns and operates over 30 aggregate pits and quarries, three asphalt plants, and a comprehensive fleet of trucks and equipment to service our aggregate sites, construction projects, and highway maintenance operations.

We say “I AM FOWLER” because we are industry leaders in Infrastructure, Aggregates, and Maintenance. From civil and commercial construction to materials and quarry locations to meticulous maintenance of local roads and municipal highways – our strength has been proven over seven decades, from Simcoe County through Muskoka and up to North Bay.

Our projects include road construction and maintenance, water main and sewer installations, pump stations, rock drilling and blasting, grading, paving, structure work, and commercial site development. We provide services to many local municipalities, ministries of the Ontario government, and commercial and private developers.