Heavy Haul Driver (Per Diem Available)

Forbes Bros. Group; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-operated equipment company in Ontario is seeking a Heavy Equipment Driver to operate and manage various vehicles safely. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of hauling experience and a Class 1A Operators License. We offer comprehensive benefits, competitive wages, and a family-oriented work environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly wage

Comprehensive health benefits plan

Enrolment in Pension Program

Annual boot allowance of $250

Annual clothing allowance of up to $900

Frequent weekend and overtime opportunity

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) + years of field experience hauling equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of proper log book entry and pre-trip inspection.
• Experience in Powerline Construction is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate various pieces of heavy equipment.
• Loading and unloading heavy equipment.
• Inspecting and reporting any issues with company truck.

Skills

Field experience hauling equipment on various trailers

Strong communication skills

Flexible with hours worked and adverse weather

Education

Class 1A Operators License

Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certification

Job description

Company Overview

Forbes Bros Ltd. is a family owned and operated company. With safety at the core, Forbes Bros Ltd. has a family-oriented culture that focuses on flexibility, communication, growth & respect in the workplace.

Job Overview

Position(s): Heavy Equipment Driver
Shift Schedule: Monday - Friday
Location: Sarnia, Ontario

FB Remcon Ltd. is currently looking for an experienced Heavy Equipment Driver (full-time-permanent) to join our team in Ontario. This role will require the candidate to drive and operate various vehicles at our St. Clair Transmission Line Project based out of Sarnia, Ontario. The successful candidate will have prior experience hauling equipment on various trailers and ensure that all functions pertaining to driving, loading, unloading, moving, and inspecting heavy equipment are performed in a safe and efficient manner.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wage, as per Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Comprehensive health benefits plan, as per Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Enrolment in Pension Program, as per Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Vacation Pay & Stat Holiday Pay, as per Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Per Diem Eligibility, as per Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Frequent weekend and overtime opportunity
• Annual boot allowance of $250 & annual clothing allowance of up to $900
• Family orientated working environment

Key Responsibilities

• Emulates Forbes Bros core value of 'WE WORK SAFE' in all daily tasks
• Operate various pieces of heavy equipment
• Loading and unloading heavy equipment
• Performing all duties in a safe and responsible manner
• Inspecting and reporting any issues with our company truck
• Providing excellent customer service on all deliveries and pick-ups
• Plan trip logistics and obtain required documentation to transport goods
• Use and manage log books as required
• Perform pre-trip, en-route and post-trip inspection of vehicle systems, equipment and accessories such as tires, lights and turning signals, breaks, etc.
• Perform other tasks related to this function as assigned

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum three (3) + years of field experience hauling equipment on various trailers, is required
• Class 1A Operators License, is required
• Transportation of dangerous goods (TDG) certification is required for drivers who transport hazardous products or dangerous goods.
• Demonstrated knowledge of proper log book entry and pre-trip inspection, is required
• Experience in Powerline Construction, an asset
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work efficiently and effectively within a dynamic team to complete jobs within deadlines
• Flexible with hours worked, travel, and working in adverse weather conditions
• Able and willing to accommodate frequent overtime hours and weekend hours when required
• Able and willing to perform manual labour in varying weather conditions and environments inclusive of heavy lifting
• Able and willing to provide an acceptable five (5) year Driver's Abstract

Disclaimer

As per client/site requirements, candidates may be required to undergo pre-access screening.

FB Remcon Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to best practice recruiting and hiring, to promote gender equality and workplace diversity. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates who meet the requirements noted and who earn an invitation to interview will be contacted.