Truck Driver - Frobisher

City of Greater Sudbury; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Greater Sudbury is seeking a permanent Roads Operations worker to operate trucks and assist with maintenance of municipal roadways in the Linear Infrastructure Services division, under the Community Infrastructure department at the Frobisher Depot. This role includes supervising up to three workers and adhering to the City’s safety policies.

The ideal candidate has a Grade XII diploma, a DZ driver training certification, and at least two years of driving experience with heavy or light

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.
• Completion of a formal DZ driver training/certification program, asset.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and control a truck following policies and laws.
• Transport personnel, material, equipment or refuse.
• Load/unload trucks by hand or mechanically.
• Oversee up to three workers during routine duties.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and report defects.

Skills

Safe vehicle operation

Team leadership

Clear communication

Education

Secondary School Diploma

DZ driver training/certification

Job description

Job Description

Section: Roads Operations

Division: Linear Infrastructure Services

Department: Community Infrastructure

Initial Reporting Location: Frobisher Depot

Job Status: Permanent Position

Number of Vacancies: 1

Union Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Outside Unit

Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly

Shift Work Required: Yes - Shift work may be required.

Rate of Pay: $31.28 per hour

The start date will follow the selection process.

Main Function: Operate a truck and other mechanical equipment. Assist in the performance of general labour duties related to the repair and maintenance of municipal roadways.

Characteristic: Under the supervision of a Foreperson.

Duties

• Safely operate and control a truck in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures and legislation.
• Transport personnel, material, merchandise, equipment or refuse.
• Load and unload trucks by hand (i.e. shovel) or mechanical device (e.g. loader, backhoe, etc.).
• Oversee up to three workers in the performance of routine duties.
• Perform routine general labour, as directed.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections and complete routine cleaning of vehicles. Report suspected mechanical defects promptly in accordance with procedures.
• Perform the duties of flag person and assist in traffic control, as directed.
• Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS's Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Note: The above duties are representative of a typical position and are not to be construed as all inclusive.

Qualifications

Education and Training:

• Successful completion of Secondary School (Grade XII) Education.
• Completion of a formal DZ driver training/certification program, considered an asset.

Experience

• Must have two (2) years of experience driving a commercial vehicle that requires a DZ license or greater.
• Experience operating heavy or light trucks with standard attachments such as snow plows, snow wings and salt/sand spreader units, etc.), considered an asset.

Other Requirements

• Must be capable of obtaining and maintaining coding/certification for the operation of heavy or light trucks with standard attachments such as snow plows, snow wings, salt/sand spreader units, etc., through the internal training/coding process.
• Must be physically capable of operating equipment with mechanical or hydraulic control systems.
• Must hold ability to interact with the general public, staff and outside agencies in a courteous and effective manner.
• Must be able to read and follow written instructions and policy directives.
• Must be familiar with applicable legislation and regulations and demonstrate a commitment to safe work practices.
• Must contribute to a team environment in a positive manner.
• Must be able to write necessary shift reports and operate a mobile radio.
• Must be able to effectively complete M.M.M.S. Crew Cards.
• Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
• Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
• May require the use of a CGS vehicle on CGS business. Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid Class “DZ” driver's licence and have an acceptable driving record.

NOTE: As per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, Truck Drivers are automatically assigned to a One Person Multi- Function Operator position during Winter Control.

This job is also being posted as a development opportunity. Should there be no fully qualified candidate for this position, a candidate who can be expected to meet the required qualifications within a reasonable period of time may be considered for this position as a development opportunity.

Development opportunity rate of pay: $29.72 per hour. The successful candidate will be paid at the reduced rate until the minimum qualifications have been met.

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