Truck Driver, Simcoe (PFT) (CUPE 50.25)

Norfolk County; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk County is seeking a permanent full-time Truck Driver to provide essential construction and maintenance services for public roadways. Responsibilities include operating various vehicles for snow control and transport, conducting road inspections, and undertaking maintenance activities to ensure safety and convenience for the public. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, a valid Ontario DZ driver's license, and a solid understanding of safe work practices related to road maintenance.

Qualifications

• Experience of over one year up to two years in a related field.
• Ability to provide a driver's abstract when requested.

Responsibilities

• Conduct road inspections and repairs, including potholes and retaining walls.
• Operate trucks for snow plowing and transportation of materials.
• Setup and teardown of traffic control measures for job sites.

Skills

Understanding of equipment operation

Knowledge of safe work practices

Computer skills in Microsoft Office

Education

High school Grade 12 graduation

Valid Ontario DZ driver's license

Job description

Scope of Position:

Provide a variety of construction, maintenance and repair services to roadways and adjacent public property for the safety and convenience of the public.

Position Description:

• Conduct road way and road allowance inspections as required
• Repair potholes, retaining walls, guide rails and wash outs.
• Undertake asphalt padding, gravel resurfacing, tar and chip resurfacing, shoulder gravel resurfacing and parking lot maintenance.
• Undertake repair, removal, replacement and installation of catch basins, storm sewers, ditches, culverts, curb and gutters, sidewalks and signs.
• Use of various power and hand tools in completion of construction and maintenance activities including job site restorations.
• Undertake various maintenance and housekeeping activities with respect to County vehicles and equipment as well as the organization/cleanliness of the roads operations yards.
• Assist with the setup and cleanup of barricades, traffic barrels/cones, garbage barrels, signs, etc. for special events/festivals.
• Roadside debris and litter pick up and removal.
• Transportation of construction, maintenance and scrap materials from job sites and roads operations facilities with tandem/single axle dump trucks and one ton trucks.
• Operation of tandem/single axle dump trucks with plow and wing as well as one ton trucks with plow to carry out plowing, salting, sanding operations throughout the winter control season. Spot loading of construction, maintenance and scrap materials on tandem/single axle dump trucks or one ton trucks for transportation.
• Undertakes the setup and teardown of traffic control plan measures on job sites and performs flag person/pilot truck operations as required.
• Completes daily journal, driver’s record of time, vehicle inspection reports, vehicle accident/incident reports, employee incident reports and timesheets.
• Completes tree trimming and removal work of roadside trees where required.
• Maintenance of vegetation around guide rail and guide cable systems as well as other fixtures in the road allowance as required.
• Washing and maintenance of bridges.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Experience:

• High school Grade 12 graduation
• Valid Ontario “DZ” driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle including the ability to provide a drivers abstract when requested during the recruitment process
• Over one year up to and including two years related experience

Skills and Abilities:

• An understanding of basic operation of all related equipment
• Computer experience in corporate standard software (Microsoft Office) and department specific software.
• Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment, and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• In depth knowledge of the O. Reg. 239/02: Minimum Maintenance Standards

Posting #: CUPE 50.25

Position: Truck Driver

Status: Permanent Full Time

Employee Group: CUPE Local 4700

Salary: $26.30 - $32.91 per hour

Division: Public Works

Department: Roads

Reports To: Supervisor, Roads Operations

Location: Simcoe, ON

Posting Period: June 17, 2025 - July 2, 2025

How to Apply:

Follow the link below for the application process through Google Chrome:

• Ensure the file extension for your resume document is .doc, .docx or .pdf
• If you are electing to include a cover letter, the cover letter and resume must be uploaded as 1 file.

Find out more information about Norfolk County here: Employment at Norfolk County - NorfolkCounty.ca

The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Successful applicants are required to provide the Employer with a current Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector where required and verification of education.

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.