Location: Kingston, Ontario
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Join the Team at Gordon Barr Ltd.
For over 75 years, Gordon Barr Ltd. has been a trusted leader in heavy civil construction throughout Eastern Ontario. We are committed to building quality infrastructure while fostering a safe, professional, and team-oriented workplace.
We are currently seeking an experienced AZ Float Driver / Material Hauler to support our operations by transporting heavy construction equipment and hauling aggregates and construction materials to job sites across the region.
If you are a dependable professional who takes pride in operating modern equipment, values safety, and enjoys being part of a strong team, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely transport heavy construction equipment using float and lowboy trailers.
- Haul aggregates, granular materials, asphalt, topsoil, pipe, and other construction materials using dump trailers.
- Deliver equipment and materials to multiple job sites throughout Eastern Ontario.
- Load, unload, and properly secure heavy construction equipment.
- Conduct daily pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections.
- Complete electronic driver logs, vehicle inspection reports, and all required transportation documentation.
- Ensure compliance with Ministry of Transportation (MTO) regulations, Hours of Service requirements, and company safety policies.
- Coordinate deliveries with project managers, foremen, dispatch, suppliers, and pit operators.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional truck and trailer.
- Report maintenance concerns promptly.
- Represent Gordon Barr Ltd. professionally with customers, suppliers, inspectors, and the public.
- Maintain a strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship.
Qualifications
- Valid Ontario AZ Driver's Licence with a clean driver's abstract.
- Minimum 3 years of commercial AZ driving experience, preferably in heavy civil construction.
- Experience operating:
- Float/lowboy trailers transporting heavy construction equipment.
- Dump trailers hauling aggregates and construction materials.
- Strong knowledge of Electronic Logging Device (ELD) regulations, Ontario Hours of Service compliance, and experience using electronic log systems.
- Thorough understanding of Ministry of Transportation (MTO) regulations, CVOR requirements, and National Safety Code standards.
- Knowledge of proper load securement, oversized load regulations, and permit requirements.
- Ability to accurately complete electronic logs, vehicle inspections, and transportation documentation.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Strong commitment to safe work practices and regulatory compliance.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to work overtime, early mornings, and occasional weekends during peak construction season.
- Experience operating heavy construction equipment is considered an asset.
Preferred Experience
Experience transporting or hauling:
- Excavators
- Dozers
- Loaders
- Motor graders
- Rollers
- Articulated dump trucks
- Aggregates
- Sand and gravel
- Granular materials
- Asphalt
Experience in the following sectors is considered an asset:
- Heavy civil construction
- Road construction
- Sewer and watermain installation
- Earthworks
- Site development
- Infrastructure projects
Why Join Gordon Barr Ltd.?
- Competitive hourly wage based on experience.
- Modern, well-maintained fleet and equipment.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Company pension program.
- Training and career development opportunities.
- Work with one of Eastern Ontario's most respected heavy civil contractors.
We're Looking for Someone Who Is
- Safety-focused.
- Reliable and dependable.
- Professional and respectful.
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
- Mechanically inclined.
- Organized and detail oriented.
- Adaptable to changing priorities.
- A team player who takes pride in quality work.
Apply Today
If you're an experienced AZ driver looking for a rewarding career transporting heavy equipment and hauling construction materials, we'd love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and a current driver's abstract.
Join Gordon Barr Ltd. and help build the infrastructure that keeps Eastern Ontario moving.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $27.00-$30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kingston, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- construction: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
