Gravel Truck Driver

Milestone Equipment Contracting; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Milestone Equipment Contracting seeks a Gravel Truck Driver to join their team in Nanaimo, Canada. The role requires safely transporting materials and adhering to strict safety protocols. Ideal candidates should have a Class 1 license and over five years of experience in driving and safety compliance, promoting a secure work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits plan

Competitive compensation packages

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum over 5 years experience preferred.
• Experience as a general laborer in construction is advantageous.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate tandem dump trucks and trucks with pony trailers.
• Maintain clear communication with dispatch and site supervisors.
• Conduct daily inspections and report safety concerns.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Safety Consciousness

Education

Valid Class 1 Driver's License

Job description

With more than 20 years of experience in the civil construction industry on Vancouver Island, Milestone Equipment Contracting Inc (Milestone) has achieved success by cultivating robust relationships while actively pursuing our mission, vision, and values. This approach commences with our team, recognized as our most valuable asset. Our commitment involves supporting and investing in our personnel, prioritizing their personal and professional triumphs. We are dedicated to fostering a positive work culture that emphasizes career progression, ensures a secure working environment, and provides opportunities to contribute to the communities where we operate and reside.

Milestone is excited about presenting an opening to become a part of our skilled and dedicated team! As we continue to expand, with office locations in both Nanaimo and Victoria, we invite interested candidates to explore our current job opportunities at

Why Choose Milestone?

At Milestone, we believe in recognizing and rewarding merit, providing ample opportunities for advancement and support as you progress in your career. We offer competitive compensation packages, including overtime opportunities, along with a comprehensive benefits plan encompassing extended health, dental, vision care, disability, life insurance, and RRSP matching. Our team is led by capable leaders who are dedicated to mentoring and coaching those eager to learn and develop. We foster a supportive environment grounded in family-oriented values, where every team member is valued and supported. Safety is our top priority, with a commitment to ensuring that everyone thinks safe, works safe, and returns home safe each day.

We take pride in our commitment to integrating and leveraging technology to work smarter, not harder. Milestone is renowned for being a dependable, transparent, and accountable contractor within the industry. Our team comprises professional, experienced, and educated individuals who collaborate to ensure that every project is treated with the utmost respect, attention to detail, professionalism, and care that our organization is built upon. Nestled on the picturesque Vancouver Island, Milestone offers the unique opportunity to work and live in one of Canada's most beautiful regions.

Gravel Truck Driver

Milestone is currently seeking a motivated and experienced truck driver to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for safely operating trucks to transport materials and / or equipment to and from construction sites. They ensure the efficient loading, securing, and unloading of cargo while adhering to traffic laws, regulations, and company policies. Additionally, they communicate effectively with site managers and team members, provide updates on delivery schedules, and coordinate transportation needs with dispatch. Safety and compliance are paramount, along with maintaining accurate records and having a positive friendly attitude, are also key responsibilities of a civil construction truck driver.

The ideal candidate will possess a range of skills and abilities to fulfill their role effectively. This includes proficient driving skills, a strong commitment to safety, clear communication abilities, problem-solving capabilities, attention to detail, and a positive friendly attitude. They are responsible for safely operating trucks, adhering to safety protocols, communicating with team members and stakeholders, resolving challenges as they arise, and maintaining accurate records. Overall, a successful civil construction truck driver combines driving expertise with safety consciousness, communication proficiency, problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and a customer-focused mindset to ensure the smooth and efficient transportation of materials to construction sites.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Ensure the safe and efficient operation of tandem dump trucks and trucks with pony trailers to transport materials such as dirt, sand, and gravel, meeting production targets. Conduct daily pre and post-trip inspections and adhere to established daily maintenance protocols

• Safely and effectively operate equipment to maintain productivity
• Maintain clear communication with the dispatch and Site Supervisors to ensure a thorough understanding of daily work requirements and expectations.
• Uphold and promote safe work practices to contribute to a secure work environment
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and maintenance, and promptly report any necessary repairs or damages
• Immediately report any unsafe work conditions, incidents, or concerns to the Supervisor or Superintendent
• Provide trucking slips to onsite Supervisors as required

These duties and responsibilities may vary depending on the size and complexity of the project and the specific requirements of the organization.

Qualifications & Skill Requirements :

• Possession of a valid Class 1 driver's license with applicable endorsements
• Over 5 years experience an asset
• Proficiency in performing extensive physical labor and other strenuous tasks.
• Capability to work effectively in all weather conditions.
• Demonstrate punctuality and reliability
• Maintain a friendly, positive, professional, and open demeanor, with a continuous commitment to personal growth and improvement
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively within a team setting
• Actively contribute to and uphold a culture of job site safety, prioritizing safety as the primary concern for all
• Previous experience as a general laborer in the construction industry is advantageous
• Consistently complete daily safety documentation with accuracy
• Possess strong attention to detail and the ability to execute instructions precisely
• Excellent communication skills and adeptness at fostering teamwork in the workplace

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing company and contribute to the successful completion of diverse civil engineering projects.

Milestone is an equal-opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.