Driver, dump truck

R.I DIESEL PLUS; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

R.I DIESEL PLUS in Montreal, Quebec seeks an experienced truck driver to plan, load, and transport goods. You will operate dump trucks, conduct pre-trip inspections, and communicate with dispatch to optimize routes.

Required: 3–5 years of driving experience, valid Class 3 or D licence, French language skills, and physical stamina for demanding work. No degree required; permanent position with bi-weekly schedule. Training on equipment provided.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of driving experience.
• No formal degree required.
• French language skills preferred or required per posting.

Responsibilities

• Plan or adjust routes to minimize fuel use and emissions.
• Arrange travel itineraries and reservations.
• Load and unload goods.
• Operate and drive dump trucks or similar vehicles.
• Inspect vehicle condition including tires, lights and brakes.
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspections and monitor dispatch communications.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Reliability

Patience

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

GPS equipment

Job description

• Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
• Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

Tasks

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
• Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
• Load and unload goods
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)

Type of trucking and equipment

• Dump truck

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Reliability
• Patience

Screening questions

• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: French
• Hours: 80 hours bi-weekly