Heavy truck driver

O’Brien Road & Bridge Maintenance Ltd. based in Port Clements, BC is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Heavy truck driver who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Permanent employment or Full time job. The candidate must be available to work during flexible hours. The position of Heavy truck driver has been approved by the LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment).

Employer Name: O’Brien Road & Bridge Maintenance Ltd.
Position: Heavy truck driver
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: $35.00 hourly / 30 to 40 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Port Clements, BC

Job Description

  • The candidate must load and unload goods.
  • The candidate must operate and drive straight or articulated trucks in order to transport goods and materials.
  • The candidate must oversee the condition of the vehicle and inspect the brakes, tires, lights, cold storage, and other equipment.
  • The candidate must perform brake adjustments.
  • The candidate must be able to perform emergency roadside repairs.
  • The candidate will be responsible for performing pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections, as well as overseeing all vehicle aspects.
  • The candidate must perform preventive maintenance.
  • The candidate will be responsible for recording cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption.

Job Requirements

  • The candidate should be fluent in English language.
  • The candidate must have a certificate of Secondary (high) school graduation.
  • The ideal candidate will have at least 3 to 5 years of experience in a related industry.
  • The candidate must have Air Brakes Endorsement, a Driver’s License (Class 1 or A), and have completed a Defensive Driving Course.
  • The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
  • The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
  • The candidate should be organised and flexible in nature.
  • The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
  • The candidate should be reliable.
  • The candidate should be a good team player.
  • The candidate must be hardworking.

Work site environment

  • The candidate must be able to work in dusty conditions.

Work setting

  • The candidate must be willing to work in a remote location.
  • The candidate will be required to work in various locations.
  • The candidate must be willing to relocate to the specified location.
  • The candidate’s relocation expenses will not be covered by the employer.

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

  • The candidate must be knowledgeable about driver logbooks, inspection reports (pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip) and trip reports.

Type of trucking and equipment

  • Trucking and equipment types include concrete mixing, dump trucks, flatbeds, hydrovacs, and tow trucks.

Transportation/travel experience

  • The candidate must have travel experience in International and Provincial/territorial locations.

Additional information

Security and safety

  • The candidate must have a valid passport.
  • The candidate must have a basic security clearance.
  • The candidate should undergo a thorough criminal record check, driver’s licence validity check, and driving record check (abstract).

Transportation/travel information

  • The candidate must be able to drive a manual transmission vehicle.
  • The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
  • The candidate must be willing to travel across borders.
  • The candidate must be willing to travel for extended periods of time.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • The candidate should have an eye for details.
  • The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
  • The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in sitting positions.

Benefits

  • Health, Financial and Other benefits will be provided to the selected candidate.
  • Under Health Benefits, the selected candidate will receive Health care plan.
  • Under Financial benefits, the selected candidate will receive Gas reimbursement.
  • In addition to the Health and Financial benefits mentioned above, the selected candidate will receive Parking facilities.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

[email protected]

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

  • Job reference number- OBR1023
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