Driver - Dump Truck
Colas Driver - Dump Truck
About the Role
Terus Construction, a division of Colas Western Canada Inc., is seeking a Driver - Dump Truck to join our team in Whitehorse, YT.
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.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Class 1 or 3 Driver’s License Required
- 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.
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.
The anticipated hourly wage for this position is $38.50/hr. The final compensation package will be determined based on factors including the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.