Truck Driver | Class 5 Heavy Haul (Class 1 Licence an Asset)
Location: Kamloops, BC
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Compensation: $25.00–$30.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
Schedule: Monday to Friday | Home Every Night
Looking for a driving career that keeps you local and gets you home every night?
Kamloops Truss Ltd. (KTL) is looking for a dependable Truck Driver with a Class 5 Driver's Licence and Heavy Haul Endorsement to join our growing transportation team.
Whether you're an experienced Class 5 Heavy Haul Driver or a Class 1 Driver looking for a local position with a better work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.
If you take pride in operating quality equipment, delivering exceptional customer service, and working for a company that values safety and its employees, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.
For over 20 years, Kamloops Truss Ltd. has proudly served the Thompson-Okanagan, Cariboo, Kootenay, and surrounding regions as a leading manufacturer of roof trusses, floor systems, wall panels, engineered wood products, and timber packages.
As a COR-certified company, safety is at the heart of everything we do. We invest in our people, maintain a modern fleet, and provide stable, long-term career opportunities in a supportive team environment.
Why Join Kamloops Truss?
- Competitive wage of $25.00–$30.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
- Monday to Friday schedule
- Home every night
- No regular weekend work
- Stable, year-round employment
- Employer RRSP/DPSP contribution program
- Extended health, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid vacation and sick days
- Overtime opportunities during peak seasons
- Brand new one-ton dual-wheel pickup trucks and well-maintained gooseneck trailers
- Company-paid training and development opportunities
- Positive team culture built on safety, respect, and teamwork
- Opportunities for career growth within a growing organization
The Opportunity
As a Truck Driver, you'll safely transport and deliver engineered wood products, roof trusses, floor systems, wall panels, and timber packages to residential and commercial construction sites throughout the Thompson-Okanagan and surrounding regions.
You'll operate a brand new one-ton dual-wheel pickup truck with a gooseneck trailer, ensuring every delivery is completed safely, efficiently, and professionally. You'll also represent Kamloops Truss on every job site by providing exceptional customer service and building positive relationships with our customers.
What You'll Be Doing
- Safely operate a one-ton dual-wheel pickup truck with a gooseneck trailer.
- Deliver roof trusses, floor systems, engineered wood products, wall panels, and timber packages to customer job sites.
- Safely load, unload, and secure materials using forklifts and proper load securement practices.
- Complete deliveries safely and efficiently while complying with all traffic regulations and company safety standards.
- Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle and trailer inspections.
- Maintain trucks, trailers, and equipment in clean, organized, and roadworthy condition.
- Perform basic preventative maintenance and promptly report repair requirements.
- Monitor vehicle maintenance schedules, including oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and servicing.
- Communicate professionally with customers, contractors, dispatch, and production teams.
- Assist within the shipping yard and production departments when deliveries are complete or during slower production periods.
- Participate in company safety meetings, inspections, and ongoing training initiatives.
You're a Great Fit If You Have
- Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence with Heavy Haul Endorsement (required).
- A Class 1 Driver's Licence is considered a strong asset, and Class 1 drivers are encouraged to apply.
- Minimum two years of commercial driving and delivery experience.
- Experience towing gooseneck trailers or similar heavy trailers.
- Forklift experience is considered an asset.
- Clean Driver's Abstract.
- Strong understanding of load securement and transportation safety requirements.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills.
- Strong work ethic, dependable attendance, and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to:
- Lift up to 50 lbs when required.
- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Climb onto trailers and safely secure loads.
- Perform physical loading, unloading, and material handling duties.
- Safely operate commercial vehicles for extended periods.
Seasonal Operations
Kamloops Truss operates year-round; however, as a manufacturing facility, workloads naturally fluctuate with seasonal construction demands.
During slower production periods, team members may be asked to assist within shipping, logistics, or other departments. We value employees who are adaptable, team-oriented, and willing to support wherever needed.
Why Our Drivers Choose KTL
Our drivers are a vital part of our success. They are trusted to represent Kamloops Truss on every delivery and are supported with modern equipment, ongoing training, and a workplace built on safety, respect, and teamwork.
We believe in investing in our employees by providing the tools, equipment, and opportunities they need to build long-term careers. If you're looking for stable employment, quality equipment, competitive wages, and a Monday-to-Friday schedule that gets you home every night, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the Kamloops Truss team.
Kamloops Truss Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00-$30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Experience:
- Heavy & Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
