Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Truck Operator is accountable for the safe operation of the equipment while loading and unloading a variety of waste from various collection sites to approved disposal locations. This position is offered in both our Calgary & Edmonton locations.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Successfully and safely operate front-load trucks and other related equipment, including pick-up trucks
- Perform work assignment received from the supervisor, normally without close supervision
- Prepare, maintain, and present work orders, equipment maintenance, incident and safety reports as required
- Ensure trucks and equipment are safely and securely stored when not in use
- Advise supervisor of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
- All paperwork, including entering data in the daily logs, is completed and submitted accurately and on time
- Operational efficiencies, processes, and procedures are evaluated and improvement recommended, if any
- Continually practice and implement safety procedures to target zero incidents/lost time injuries/property damages
- Achieve and continually maintain client satisfaction through the efforts of the operations personnel
- Regular communication with the operations manager to maintain a high level of understanding about the work, resources, and overall client satisfaction
- Promptly take a proactive approach to assess and mitigate hazardous conditions to ensure that all safety and operational activities are successful
Qualifications and Skills:
Education
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required
- Courses and/or education for additional learning in a related field, and environmental waste regulatory training is a definite asset
- Class 3A license is required
- Class 1A license is an asset
Skills and Experience
- A minimum of 2-4 years of front-load truck driving experience
- Computer literacy at a junior level
- General mechanical aptitude by possessing knowledge of trucks and operational equipment
- Clear communication and spotting techniques
- Experience troubleshooting situations to find the right solutions
Additional Position Information and Requirements:
- Shifts may require occasional extension to ensure work is completed fully
- A clean driver’s abstract is required
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs is required
A recent driver’s abstract will be requested if you are contacted for an interview.
