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Subsidiary: TERUS CONSTRUCTION LTD

Terus Construction is an integrated road construction and materials manufacturing company, which has been building roads in British Columbia and the Yukon Territory for over 30 years through decentralized business centers.

Road construction, asphalt paving, aggregate production, hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete supply are the core activities. In addition, the Company acts as general contractor on civil construction projects, including excavation, utilities, concrete placement, sidewalks, and curbs, and in all kind of road construction related activities.

Over 800 jobs every year are performed through more than 20 decentralized business centers, such as highway rehabilitation, airport construction, industrial, municipal and commercial work, subdivisions. More than 550 employees are locally employed.

Terus Construction provides challenging and rewarding opportunities in an entrepreneurial, diverse, inclusive and respectful work environment. As our growth creates new career opportunities, likely there is the right one for you!

Mission

Terus Construction, a division of Colas Western Canada Inc., is looking to hire a seasonal DumpTruck Driver based in Whitehorse, Yukon.

Main Responsibilities

• Must be able to operate a Truck unit in city traffic.
• Perform trip inspections on equipment operated and loaded, ensuring safety and road worthiness.
• Comply with applicable legislation including safe operation, carriage of goods, driver’s hours, occupational health and safety.
• Perform pre-trip vehicle inspection to ensure mechanical, safety and emergency equipment is in good working order.
• Maintain daily logs, inspection logs and other necessary paperwork.
• Must examine situations in light of the principles of the Code of Ethics.
• Other duties as required

Technical Skills

• Ability to safely operate and perform daily inspections on trucks.
• Some mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to back up efficiently and safely.
• Knowledge of road construction procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable safety legislation and ability to perform pre and post trip equipment checks and accurately complete driver log books.
• Ability to identify safety hazards.

Requirements

• Class 1 or 3 Driver’s License Required

Working Conditions

• Travel as required.
• Overtime as required.
• Use of personal protection equipment is required.
• Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol policy, including testing requirements.
• Must comply with all company policies.
• Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.

Compensation Data

The anticipated hourly wage for this position is minimum $37.31. The final compensation package will be determined based on factors including the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Terus Construction offers opportunities for qualified people who want to grow in our high-performance organization including competitive salary and benefits package, along with in-house training, an incredible work environment, and career advancement opportunities.

Must be able to meet all safety requirements including pre-employment drug/alcohol testing.

We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume. However only applicants selected to be interviewed will be contacted.