Foremost has an opening for part-time pilot vehicle driver at our facility located in Lloydminster, Alberta. As the driver of a Pilot vehicle, you are part of a team doing the important job of safely moving over dimensional loads. The successful applicant will be expected to always operate the pilot vehicle in a safe manner, obeying all the rules of the road, and following all appropriate company policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Follow established traffic management plans to ensure safe travel routes for various roads.
- Ability to navigate work sites and adapt to daily changes in site scope of work.
- Must comply with the permit conditions which cover pilot operations.
- Must be in constant communication by a two-way radio.
- Will have the responsibility for protecting the public, a valuable load, the load driver, and yourself.
- Report on vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to vehicles
- Responsible for paying any traffic violations/tickets that you may receive.
- Hauling, loading, and unloading equipment as required. Operate vehicle in a safe manner, obeying all rules of the road and drive in accordance with the weather/road conditions.
- Inspect vehicles (equipment) for mechanical and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance.
- Maintain vehicles exterior; keep interior clean of debris and clutter.
- Responsible to scheduling maintenance as required
Qualifications
- Experience in heavy haul and pilot car operations
- Clean drivers abstract.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience
- Effective two-way communication skills for communicating all relevant information efficiently and effectively.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance.
- Practice safe driving habits.
- Have a great attitude and a strong work ethic.
What we Offer
- Competitive Compensation.
- In-depth Safety Program. Safety First. Always.
- Flexible, robust benefits for you and your family.
- Paid Vacation.
- Health, Dental & Disability Benefits.
- Company-Matched RRSP or Pension.
- Wellness Programs & Employee Support Programs.
- Collaborative Team Environment.
- Tuition Reimbursement & Apprenticeship Opportunities.
- Career Development & Paid Training Opportunities.
About Foremost
Foremost is a large and diverse mobile equipment manufacturer, specializing in Canadian equipment for oil & gas, mining construction, agriculture, water well and vacuum truck markets. With a solid reputation dating back to 1940, over 600 employees across Alberta and a unique depth of expertise, Foremost is a company with great people, great products and a great future. We have adapted, invented, and evolved all of our products with a view to make them more valuable and profitable for our customers. For more information about Foremost, visit www.foremost.ca.
