Driver / Labourer
The Road Maintenance Worker / Driver at Victoria Contracting is part of a large team that provides maintenance and public service to several municipalities in the Capital Regional District. As such, employees are expected to engage in a diverse range of activities. Reporting to the Roads Superintendent and Operations Manager. The Road Maintenance worker is primarily responsible for road surface and drainage maintenance. Responsibilities may include:
Job Duties
- Operating a variety of small and medium tools and equipment to fulfill job duties; including but not limited to plate tampers, generators, cut saws, chain saws, shovels, rakes, etc. in a safe manner
- Operating road equipment such as tandems, back-hoe, and one ton hauling trailer
- Operating the following equipment but not limited to street sweeper, skid-steer, excavator
- Operating company vehicles as required in a responsible manner
- Assisting with other physical labour tasks as required
- Completing time cards and materials logs with care and accuracy
- Maintaining a professional appearance and deal with the public in a respectful and courteous manner at all times
- Drive in a safe and defensive manner at all times, avoid careless errors at all costs
- Correctly assessing load stability and vehicle stability on haul roads
- Have a good idea of your surroundings on where equipment and personal is located in your working zone. Have good judgment and ability to make decisions
This is a physically demanding job which requires working outdoors in all weather conditions. The applicant must be able to lift / carry heavy objects and do repetitive tasks.
Requirements
- Full driver’s license
- Possess a clean driver abstract
- Minimum Class 3 with Airbrakes, preference given to Class 1 Drivers
- 6 -12 months of previous driving experience
- Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English
- Positive attitude and presentation
- Ability to engage in physical labour on a daily basis
- Ability to work a flexible shift schedule if necessary
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $22.00-$26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- On call
- Weekends
Experience:
- Skilled Labor: 3 years (Preferred)
- Construction: 3 years (Preferred)
Licence:
- Class 3 or higher (Required)
Work remotely: