Triaxle Driver | #0052 Thomas Cavanagh Construction

Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 39,950,000 - 45,461,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family oriented work environment

Competitive compensation

Training and development opportunities

Benefit, Wellness and Pension Plans

Job summary

Thomas Cavanagh Construction Limited in Pembroke, ON is seeking a reliable Triaxle Driver to join our team. You will transport materials to construction sites and disposal areas, ensure safe loading and securement, and maintain accurate delivery records.

The ideal candidate has an AZ license, at least 5 years of commercial driving experience, and flexibility to work evenings, nights, and weekends as required. Competitive pay and benefits shape our family-oriented workplace.

Qualifications

• AZ license with clean driving record.
• Minimum 5 years of commercial driving experience.
• Ability to obtain reliability status clearance.

Responsibilities

• Safely load materials onto the truck bed using equipment or manual methods.
• Ensure proper weight distribution and load securement.
• Operate hydraulics to unload materials at sites.
• Transport various materials such as soil, gravel, asphalt.
• Maintain load containment and protect against spills.
• Keep accurate logs of loads and customer details.

Skills

AZ license

Commercial driving

5+ years experience

Education

AZ license

Job description

Triaxle Driver

Location: Pembroke, ON

Founded in 1953, Thomas Cavanagh Construction has continued to set the standard for quality construction and materials in Eastern Ontario. With our strategically located pits and quarries, our unmatched fleet of trucks and heavy equipment, our state-of-the-art facilities, and our dedicated employees, Thomas Cavanagh Construction has earned a reputation as one of Ottawa’s most trusted and respected contractors.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safely load materials onto the truck’s bed using mechanical equipment or manual methods.
• Ensure proper weight distribution and securement of the load.
• Operate the truck’s hydraulics to raise the bed and unload materials at the designated locations, such as construction sites or waste disposal areas.
• Use the truck’s controls to adjust the rate of material discharge.
• Transport various types of materials, such as soil, sand, gravel, asphalt, rocks, or debris.
• Ensure that the load is properly contained and covered to prevent spillage during transport.
• Maintain the cleanliness and overall condition of the triaxle truck.
• Maintain accurate records of each load, including the type and quantity of material transported, origin, destination, and customer information.
• Complete any required paperwork for regulatory compliance or billing purposes.
• Plan and follow efficient routes to transport materials to the designated locations, minimizing travel time and fuel consumption.
• Maintain effective communication with dispatchers and other team members to coordinate activities, schedule deliveries, and respond to changing job requirements.
• Use two-way radios or mobile communication devices as needed.
• Be prepared to respond to emergency situations, such as equipment breakdowns, traffic accidents, or material spills.
• Follow established procedures for reporting incidents and seeking assistance when needed.
• Interact with customers and site personnel in a professional and courteous manner
• Provide information about delivery times, materials, and any special requirements.

Requirements:

• A valid AZ license is required. A clean driver’s abstract is an essential.
• At least 5 years of experience driving a commercial vehicle is a requirement.
• Ability to obtain reliability status clearance.
• Flexible schedule availability is required, with the ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as needed to meet the demands of the job.
• This may include responding to urgent delivery needs or adjusting to project timelines.

Cavanagh Employee Benefits:

• Family oriented work environment
• Attractive, competitive compensation for qualified candidates
• Internal growth opportunities
• Training and development opportunities
• Benefit, Wellness and Pension Plans

Wage Range:

The hourly range for this position in Ontario at the start of employment is expected to be between $29.00 and $33.00 per hour. However, the wage offered is based on local job market factors and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations.