Truck Driver 1

City of Burnaby; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking city government as an auxiliary Truck Driver 1, where your skills in safe vehicle operation and teamwork will be valued. This role involves transporting materials and personnel while ensuring safety and efficiency on the road. You will also perform light maintenance on your vehicle and assist in various construction tasks. With a commitment to community service and diversity, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the vibrant community of Burnaby. If you're passionate about driving and making a difference, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safe operation rules for light to medium vehicles.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and construction tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles for transporting personnel and materials safely.
• Perform light servicing and maintain records of work.

Skills

Safe vehicle operation

Loading and unloading materials

Record keeping

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school graduation

Job description

Truck Driver 1

Competition No: 2025-TD1

Duration: Auxiliary

Salary: $34.37 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits (2024 Rates)

Last Updated: 3/14/25

The goal of the City of Burnaby and its employees is to consistently deliver first class service and services to our community. With this in mind, we hire people who share the same passion, those with the drive and determination to grow with and contribute to our already exceptional team. People like you!

The Engineering Department is seeking qualified, hard-working and team-oriented person to join as auxiliary Truck Driver 1. This is skilled, routine truck driving work involving operation of vehicles which may vary in type, power, and size. Responsibilities include loading, transporting, and unloading personnel, materials, tools, and equipment under varying traffic and field conditions in a skillful and safe manner. The role also involves cleaning, checking, performing light servicing on the vehicle daily, and maintaining simple records and work reports. Additionally, a Truck Driver 1 assists in routine construction and maintenance tasks assigned by a Foreman.

Qualifications include up to high school graduation, thorough knowledge of safe operation rules and precautions to avoid accidents when operating light to medium weight vehicles and auxiliary equipment. Working knowledge of proper methods used in loading, transporting, and unloading equipment and materials is required. Ability to operate light or medium-sized vehicles safely under difficult driving conditions, write simple records and reports, and perform routine construction and maintenance tasks is necessary. Mechanical aptitude is also desirable. A valid Driver’s License for British Columbia and a clean driver’s abstract are required.

Pay Rate: $34.37 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits (2024 Rates)

Hours of Work: This auxiliary position depends on operational requirements, scheduled by the department as needed. The current schedule is 80 hours biweekly, Monday to Friday, from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM.

Location: Laurel Street Works Yard

Please apply online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. This competition remains open until all positions are filled.

The City of Burnaby acknowledges the traditional unceded territories of the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim peoples and is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse workforce reflecting our vibrant community. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.

Copies of relevant certificates, degrees, or tickets are required at interview. For application confirmation, contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Apply to this position at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We are an equal opportunity employer.