hydrovac truck operator

Northern Equipment Services Inc; Timmins; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company in Timmins, Ontario, is seeking a dedicated truck driver to perform pre-trip inspections, transport dangerous goods, and conduct preventive maintenance. Candidates must hold a DZ class license and have a high school diploma along with 2+ years of experience. This permanent position offers a demanding yet rewarding work environment with various benefits including health care and financial plans.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Group insurance benefits

Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)

Learning / training paid by employer

Qualifications

• Must have at least 2 years of experience in driving.
• Ability to handle dangerous goods safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections.
• Transport and handle dangerous goods.
• Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Reliability

Organized

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

DZ class license

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Work Term: Permanent

Work Language: English

Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Dusty

Work setting

• Willing to relocate

Tasks

• Perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• DZ class license
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• First Aid Certificate

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Dangerous goods occurrence reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Dump truck
• Hydrovac

Transportation / travel experience

• Local
• Regional

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation / travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Physically demanding

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Night shift premium
• Pension plan
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Long term benefits

• Long-term care insurance
• Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA)

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available