Knuckle Boom Operator/ Driver

SECURE; Richmond; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellness programs

Career progression

Employee savings plan

Employee referral program

Job summary

SECURE, based in Richmond, BC, is seeking a Short Haul Driver to safely transport waste between sites and client locations using vacuum trucks, flat deck trucks, cube vans, and HIAB-equipped units.

You will operate a range of commercial vehicles, perform pre/post-trip inspections, ensure loads are secured, and document logs, manifests, and bills of lading in accordance with regulations. This role requires teamwork and flexibility for overtime.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 Driver’s Licence
• Minimum of 3 years of commercial driving experience
• Experience operating vacuum trucks, cube vans, and HIAB is a strong asset
• Knowledge of TDG regulations and logbook requirements
• Ability to complete trip records, manifests, and bills of lading

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Waste Management units (vacuum trucks, cube vans, HIAB) and other transport units.
• Operate in diverse weather and site conditions.
• Perform loading/unloading and basic vehicle tasks.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections and ensure load securement.
• Complete required documentation (logbooks, manifests, bills of lading) in a timely manner.
• Communicate with customers regarding arrival times and service requirements.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours and weekend operations.

Skills

Class 1 licence

3+ years driving

Vacuum trucks

HIAB experience

TDG knowledge

Logbooks & reports

Job description

About Us

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our clients. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.

SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations — mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.

Join SECURE, where we step up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share.

Your Opportunity at SECURE

As Short Haul Driver at SECURE, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and timely transportation of waste between collection sites and client locations. You will operate a variety of commercial vehicles, including vacuum trucks, flat deck trucks, cube vans, and truck-mounted knuckle boom cranes (HIAB).

The Team

Our Richmond Waste Services team is built on teamwork, safety, and customer service. We take pride in supporting one another, delivering reliable solutions, and getting the job done right for our customers.

Work Environment

The Short Haul Driver role is structured as a Monday to Friday position, with overtime and weekend work as required to support operational needs.

A Day in The Life

• Safely operate various Waste Management units, including vacuum trucks, flat deck trucks, cube vans, truck-mounted knuckle boom cranes (HIAB) and other transport units.
• Safely operate transport units in diverse weather conditions, including winter driving, and challenging work site environments.
• Perform physical tasks such as unloading hoses used in vacuum and pressure washing operations, and rolling and maneuvering drums and other waste containers in accordance with safe handling procedures.
• Conduct pre-, post-, and in-transit inspections of transport units and loads to ensure safe operation in accordance with Waste Management, jurisdictional, and NSC standards.
• Ensure all loads are properly secured and comply with applicable weight and dimension regulations.
• Complete and submit all required documentation in a timely manner, including logbooks, inspection reports, time tickets, manifests, bills of lading, trip records, and fuel and expense receipts.
• Ensure all waste materials are properly labeled, inspected, and transported in accordance with TDG Regulations, including verifying manifests, recycle dockets, and bills of lading.
• Communicate with customers regarding expected onsite arrival times and service requirements.
• Work effectively in a team environment and participate in an on-call rotation to support after-hours and weekend operations.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 Driver's Licence is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of commercial driving experience.
• Experience operating standard transmission commercial vehicles is required.
• Experience operating vacuum trucks, tractor trailers, cube vans, and truck-mounted knuckle boom cranes (HIAB) is considered a strong asset.
• Knowledge of Canadian geography, highway systems, remote oilfield locations, and safe operation in challenging weather and site conditions
• Strong understanding of Hours of Service, load securement, TDG regulations, and applicable transportation legislation
• Ability to complete logbooks, trip records, inspection reports, waste manifests, and bills of lading in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Ability to conduct pre- and post-trip inspections and perform basic vehicle maintenance, including greasing, air filter replacement, and brake adjustments
• Experience using tire chains
• Ability to perform physical work, including lifting, shoveling, and moving containers or other heavy materials
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work extended hours, occasional overnights, and maintain Fit-for-Work requirements

What's in it for you

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement; for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team, driven by the needs of our customers, and we care about making a meaningful contribution. We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a competitive compensation package that recognizes employee contributions and performance.

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer:

• Competitive industry wages and compensation programs which include:
• Employer-paid benefits: health, dental & more
• Health Care Spending Account
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Savings Plan
• Career progression
• A competitive employee referral program
• Industry-leading safety standards
• Community investment initiatives (Our Stories)

We believe our team’s strength comes from our diversity.

Every SECURE employee has the right to feel safe and welcome. We pride ourselves on being a respectful workplace where all employees have equal access to opportunity and support.

We are a trusted partner. We extend those same efforts outside of the organization through our respectful engagement with our diverse base of stakeholders in the communities in which we operate.

Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical handicap. Our operations span across Canada and the United States, and we actively seek out a wide range of applicants for both field operations and office roles.