Truck Driver - Solid Waste and Recycling (Automated Collection)

Burnaby; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Burnaby is seeking a skilled truck driver to operate automated collection vehicles and, where needed, other single and tandem axle trucks in the Solid Waste and Recycling Department. The role involves loading, transporting, and unloading materials under varying traffic conditions, with responsibilities for basic unit maintenance and light servicing.

Applicants should have Grade 12, substantial related experience, and a BC Class 3 license with Air Brake endorsement.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 completion is required with substantial related experience.
• BC Driver's License Class 3 with Air Brake endorsement is required.
• Ability to operate automated and tandem axle trucks safely.
• Knowledge of municipal street layout and loading procedures.

Responsibilities

• Load, secure, transport and unload materials.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections; light servicing of the unit.
• Maintain simple records and work reports.
• May supervise one or more subordinates in loading/unloading materials, tools, and equipment.

Skills

Truck operation

Loading and unloading

Safety awareness

Public interaction

Education

Grade 12

Related experience

Tools

Air Brake Endorsement

Job description

This position works in the Residential Collection organizational unit. This is skilled, routine truck driving work primarily involving the operation of automated collection vehicles but may include all single & tandem axle trucks of gross vehicle weight of 18,000 kgs or greater in the Solid Waste and Recycling Department. An incumbent loads, secures, transports and unloads materials under varying traffic and field conditions; cleans, checks and performs light servicing work on the unit; maintains simple records and work reports; may supervise one or more subordinates engaged in loading and unloading materials, tools and equipment. An incumbent works under general supervision of a foreperson, exercising considerable independence of action and judgment in performing work while remaining within defined operating limits, methods and procedures. Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections; cleans, checks and performs light servicing work on the unit driven. Performs other related work as required.

Qualifications include completion of Grade 12 and considerable related experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience, plus thorough knowledge of the rules of safe operation and precautions to be taken to avoid accidents in the operation of large vehicles with attached or auxiliary equipment. Considerable knowledge of the proper methods used in loading securing, transporting, and unloading of materials. Considerable knowledge of Municipal Street layout and related departmental operations. Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public, co-workers and supervisors. Mechanical aptitude to perform minor servicing tasks on large vehicles. Skill in the safe and efficient operation of single & tandem axle trucks with mechanized fully automated rear, front and side lift arms or forks. Sufficient strength and manual agility to perform manual work. A Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia, Class 3 with Air Brake endorsement, is required.

Clause 6 Application of Seniority: Appointments to regular full time, temporary full time, regular part time and temporary part time positions shall be determined by seniority as defined in Article 6 of the Outside Collective Agreement. These appointments shall be subject to the successful passing of the skill test(s) applicable to the classification, that they are not currently subject to a performance management plan, and have no discipline or recorded safety infractions in the previous eighteen (18) months. First consideration will be given to internal applicants (Clause 6 Application) and then open to external applicants.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.

We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.