Front Load Driver

Dexter Construction Company Limited; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing waste management company in New Brunswick seeks a Front Load Operator. The role involves operating a Front Loader Refuse vehicle safely and efficiently, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety policies. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered after three months of employment.

Benefits

Comprehensive pension and benefits package

Opportunities for advancement

Training and development

Qualifications

• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Previous waste and or recycling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive Front Load truck safely on assigned routes.
• Perform daily pre and post-trip inspections of trucks.
• Ensure safety compliance and report any issues.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Education

Valid commercial driver’s license

Job description

Fero Waste and Recycling Inc, a division of The Municipal Group of Companies, is a solid waste company that services New Brunswick and Nova Scotia and is currently seeking the knowledge and expertise of a Front Load Operator based out of our Miramichi, NB location.

Job Summary:

The Front Load Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a Class 3, Front Loader Refuse vehicle. This position is also responsible for inspecting, cleaning, and maintaining the equipment.

Highlights:

• Day shifts, Monday to Friday (with an early morning start time)
• Additional hours and occasional variations from the schedule may be required to meet business demand
• Competitive compensation, and benefits package available after three months of continuous employment
• The chance to work with a stable, and growing company with numerous divisions across Eastern Canada.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive Front Load truck in a safe and efficient manner on assigned routes to fill contractual requirements
• Ensure assigned routes are completed in a timely and secure manner
• Responsible for daily pre and post-trip inspections of trucks assigned
• Check-in with Dispatcher to determine what time to leave and return
• Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment under varying traffic and road conditions
• Maintain telephone or radio contact with the appropriate supervisor to receive delivery instructions
• Advise the Supervisor of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
• Report any driving infractions and suspensions
• Perform end-of-day driver check-ins to ensure complete and accurate paperwork completion
• Be aware of your surroundings at all times
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task
• Protect and promote the interest of this company in all matters and take actions as required to satisfy such responsibilities
• Ensure the safety of fellow employees
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, and Experience:

• Valid commercial driver’s license with clean driver abstract
• Ability to follow a firm work schedule as directed by supervisor
• Willingness to work in a team environment
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Comply with all safety policies and procedures
• Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that projects are completed properly
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to multi-task & ability to prioritize tasks
• Previous waste and or recycling experience preferred
• Residential curbside collection experience preferred
• Working safely is a condition of employment.

A comprehensive pension and benefits package are offered with this position along with opportunities for advancement and training and development.

We are an equal opportunity employer that encourages all interested candidates to submit a detailed resume.

We would like to thank all those who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be notified.