Gravel Truck Operator

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Job Details

Full Time

Location

Cranbrook, BC

Job Description

Posting ID:
27763
Position Type:
Regular
City:
Cranbrook, BC, Canada
Location:
Cranbrook Offices

You can effectively cope with change and "shift gears" comfortably. You speak clearly and concisely and can even be clearly understood when speaking on a "walkie talkie". With your strong mental acuity, you can stay alert while driving for long periods of time and have the ability to comply with policies and procedures. Your teacher was wrong, you found a fantastic way to get paid to stare out the window!

As our Gravel Truck Operator, you are responsible for the safe operation of a logging truck within our Kootenay operations. You love both your own company and having the opportunity to play with machinery, so operating for long hours under varying weather, site, terrain and road conditions, won't be a problem.

A day in the life of a Gravel Truck Operator includes:

Driving for long hours under varying weather, site, terrain and road condition safely.
Running a variety of heavy-duty equipment including, but not limited to loader, backhoe, cat-bulldozer D6, dump/gravel truck, grader and forklift, Plow truck operator in winter months
Preform pre-trip inspection and complete minor maintenance and repairs including fueling, lubing and washing truck
Loading and unloading of culverts, reading maps, orientation
Towing, inspection, and loading of trailers with supplies or equipment
Ability to use digital equipment for locating and managing work and accessing work priorities or direction
Manual field work (tree removal, sign and culvert placement and marking)

For this role you'll come equipped with:

Must Hold Class One Driver's License
Must be able to furnish proof of certifications/licenses and provide a drivers abstract
Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to analyze and troubleshoot
Positive attitude and a self-starter
Able to work in an environment that may include exposure to weather, dust, chemicals, moving mechanical parts, and noise.

NOTE: Cranbrook Office is the marshalling point.

The hourly rate for this position is: $36.83

Please Note: The wage provided is for base pay only. In addition to wage, Canfor proudly offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. It features cash and non-cash programs such as employer paid group benefits, paid leave, retirement & saving options and health & well-being. We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally. Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance is recognized and acknowledged.

Don't check off every single bullet point? At Canfor, we prioritize the right fit for our organization over a strict checklist of criteria. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align.

Our people-focused approach prioritizes safety, embraces diversity, valuing everyone's unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location. #CADH #LI-ZM1

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About Canfor

Canfor is one of the world’s largest and most respected integrated forest products companies. For more than 75 years, we have been delivering top-quality lumber, pulp and paper products to our valued customers worldwide. With operations in Western Canada and the Southern United States, and sales offices around the world, you can find Canfor products in every corner of the globe. We are leaders in sustainable forest management and in converting wood residuals into green energy.