Class 3 Driver, Public Works

Yellowknives Dene First Nation; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Northern Travel Allowance

Group Insurance

Pension Benefits

Culturally Diverse Workplace

Job summary

Yellowknives Dene First Nation is seeking an organized Class 3 Driver to provide transportation and support services in Dettah with visits to Ndilo, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities include shuttle routing, vehicle maintenance, water delivery, and safety compliance under Public Works and Infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will hold a Class 3 Driver’s Licence with Airbrakes, a heavy equipment/ truck driving course, First Aid/CPR, WHMIS, Grade 12, and Fire Safety Training.

Qualifications

• Class 3 Driver’s Licence and Airbrakes endorsed are required.
• Heavy Equipment Operator or Truck Driving course is required.
• First Aid/CPR certification is required.
• WHMIS knowledge is required.
• Grade 12 is required.
• Fire Safety Training is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop the most effective shuttle route for pick‑up and drop‑off community members.
• Ensure the health and safety of passengers and conduct vehicle inspections.
• Purchase fuel, transport supplies, and arrange purchase orders as required.
• Remove ice and snow from Dettah complex entrance and surrounding areas.
• Complete incident reports.
• Maintain water truck and equipment, perform daily checks and report repairs.
• Deliver water to Dettah residents and ensure water testing per Health Act.
• Adhere to traffic safety limits and report hazards to supervisor.

Skills

Class 3 Driver’s Licence

Airbrakes Endorsed

Heavy Equipment Operator or Truck Driv

First Aid/CPR

WHMIS

Grade 12

Fire Safety Training

Education

Grade 12

Job description

Description

At the Yellowknives Dene First Nation (YKDFN), we are committed to fostering community growth and advancement while honouring our traditions and customs in the workplace. Our Public Work & Infrastructure provides public services to the YKDFN communities and supports and manages YKDFN infrastructure. We are currently seeking an organized, dependable, and community-minded individual to join our team as:

Class 3 Driver

Reporting to the Project Coordinator, the Class 3 Driver’s main responsibility are to ensure timely and safe transportation for Dettah and Ndilo residences, offices and access roads are met. In addition, the incumbent’s responsibility is to maintain the shuttle bus in good operating condition and to follow all required safety procedures. The role is based in Dettah with visits to Ndilo on a Monday to Friday work schedule.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Class 3 Driver’s Licence, Airbrakes Endorsed
• Heavy Equipment Operator or Truck Driving Course
• First Aid/CPR
• WHMIS
• Grade 12
• Fire Safety Training

Roles & Responsibilties

Transportation Services

• Develop the most effective shuttle route for pick-up and drop-off community members.
• Ensure the health and safety of passengers.
• Conduct vehicle inspections.
• Purchase vehicle fuel, transport and deliver supplies for the administration program as required and arrange in advance for a purchase order.
• Remove ice and snow from the Dettah complex front entrance and surrounding areas, especially after snowfall.
• Complete incident reports.

Vehicle Maintenance

• Maintenance and minor repairs of the water truck and equipment.
• Perform daily check-up of the water truck, as per vehicle check list.
• Report required water truck repairs and maintenance with the Public Works Supervisor.
• Deliver and pick up the water truck at the repair shop.
• Wash the water truck and other equipment.
• Perform other Public Works duties as assigned by the Public Works Supervisor.
• Ensure the vehicle is properly maintained (following the manufacturer’s instructions regarding oil changes, etc.). The Class 3 Driver will regularly service the vehicle.
• Clean the vehicle daily.

Fire Hall Maintenance

• Maintenance and cleaning of the Dettah Community Fire Hall.
• Check and maintain fire department equipment with the Public Works Supervisor.
• Be prepared to assist with fighting house, shack or brush fires in Dettah.

Water Delivery.

• Deliver water to Dettah residents adhering to the bi-weekly delivery schedule on an on-call basis.
• Keep water delivery records by means of water tickets and checking-off the delivery schedule.
• Hand-in daily delivery schedule and tickets to the YKDFN Finance Office.
• Ensure that Dettah water delivery meets the NWT Health Act standards and that daily, weekly and monthly water testing under the Act is performed.

Occupational Safety

• At all times, adhere to the 70 km/hour Ingraham Trail speed limit, the 60 km/hour Dettah road speed limit and 20 km/hour speed limit within the Dettah community boundaries.
• Adhere to the seasonal GNWT vehicle load restrictions.
• Approach all customer homes with caution so as to not cause damage to the home and equipment or vehicles parked near the home.
• Report all hazardous water delivery conditions to the homeowner, the Public Works Supervisor or (in case of public housing) the YKDFN Housing Division.

Other duties as assigned by the Director, Public Works and Infrastructure.

Benefits

What We Offer: YKDFN provides a competitive salary, Northern Travel Allowance, comprehensive group insurance and pension benefits, and a supportive, culturally diverse work environment.

application deadline of Friday September 4, 2026

Preference will be given to qualified YKDFN and indigenous members.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.