Road Maintenance Worker

Their duties include fixing potholes, resurfacing roads, clearing debris, maintaining road signs, and ensuring the safety and functionality of roadways. These workers operate various machinery and tools to complete tasks efficiently and often work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Attention to safety protocols is crucial, as their work often takes place near traffic and heavy vehicles. The role demands physical stamina and practical skills in handling construction and maintenance equipment.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $57,200
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a road maintenance worker?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
RIIWHS205E

Control Traffic with Stop-Slow Bat
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
1 - 4 days
$30 - $766
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Traffic Controller Road Marker Construction Labourer
Traffic Management Officer Road Maintenance Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Traffic Controller Road Marker Construction Labourer Traffic Management Officer Road Maintenance Worker + 2 more
RIIWHS302E

Implement Traffic Management Plan
Blended, On Campus
1 - 4 days
$88 - $579
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Traffic Controller Civil Construction Worker Road Construction Worker
Site Supervisor Civil Construction Plant Operator Road Maintenance Worker
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Traffic Controller Civil Construction Worker Road Construction Worker Site Supervisor Civil Construction Plant Operator Road Maintenance Worker + 3 more
RIISS00054

Traffic Controller Skill Set
Blended, On Campus
1 - 4 days
$199 - $699
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Traffic Controller Traffic Management Officer Road Maintenance Worker
Signal Technician Track Worker Road Construction Worker
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Traffic Controller Traffic Management Officer Road Maintenance Worker Signal Technician Track Worker Road Construction Worker + 3 more
RIIVEH202F

Operate a Medium Vehicle
On Campus
4 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Truck Driver Road Maintenance Worker Vehicle Driver
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Truck Driver Road Maintenance Worker Vehicle Driver
RIIMPO205E

Operate Roller/Compactor
On Campus
1 - 2 days
$1,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Operator Civil Construction Worker Equipment Operator
Civil Construction Plant Operator Road Maintenance Worker Machine Operator
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Operator Civil Construction Worker Equipment Operator Civil Construction Plant Operator Road Maintenance Worker Machine Operator + 3 more
RIIWHS303

Position, Set Up and Program Portable Traffic Control Devices
Blended, On Campus
1 day
$299
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Traffic Controller Traffic Management Officer Civil Construction Worker
Road Maintenance Worker Road Marker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Traffic Controller Traffic Management Officer Civil Construction Worker Road Maintenance Worker Road Marker + 2 more
RIIMPO324F

Conduct Civil Construction Grader Operations
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
1 - 5 days
$500 - $6,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Grader Operator Plant Operator Civil Construction Worker
Road Maintenance Worker Road Construction Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Grader Operator Plant Operator Civil Construction Worker Road Maintenance Worker Road Construction Worker + 2 more
RIIMPO310F

Conduct Grader Operations
Blended, Distance, On Campus
1 - 2 days
$650 - $1,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Grader Operator Civil Construction Worker Civil Construction Plant Operator
Road Construction Worker Road Maintenance Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Grader Operator Civil Construction Worker Civil Construction Plant Operator Road Construction Worker Road Maintenance Worker + 2 more
RIIMPO316E

Conduct Self Propelled Compactor Operations
Blended, Distance, On Campus, Traineeship
1 - 3 days
$450 - $850
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Operator Road Construction Worker Civil Construction Worker
Road Maintenance Worker
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plant Operator Road Construction Worker Civil Construction Worker Road Maintenance Worker + 1 more
RIIMPO326E

Conduct Water Vehicle Operations
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
1 - 5 days
$450 - $1,100
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Civil Construction Plant Operator Road Maintenance Worker
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Civil Construction Plant Operator Road Maintenance Worker
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