Beamish Construction is looking for a hard-working, self-motivated employee with a proven record of safety and reliability to fill the position of Truck Driver in the Sudbury area. This is a full-time seasonal position available with an extensive benefits package. Wage rates will be based on experience.

EDUCATION:

• Valid AZ or DZ license with a clean driver’s abstract is required (preference will be given to AZ Drivers).
• Minimum 1 year AZ / DZ driving experience.
• Prior experience operating asphalt distribution trucks and knowledge of asphalt application techniques is considered an asset.
• High school diploma or equivalent is considered an asset.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers. Including the ability to take direction from supervisors.
• Familiar with open pit and mine operations as well as aggregates.
• Ability to do physical labour and other strenuous physical tasks.
• Ability to adapt to last-minute changes as dictated by the needs of our customers.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.

• Safely operate distributor truck to apply asphalt and emulsions to road surfaces.
• Load, unload, and maintain proper application of materials.
• Maintain accurate electronic hours of service and vehicle inspection logs in accordance with MTO regulations, and all related delivery paperwork.
• Perform daily pre-op and post-op inspections on equipment and attend daily safety meetings.
• Follow project schedules and work closely with paving crews.
• Constantly monitor vehicle fitness, load security, and ever-changing conditions.
• Complete daily inspections and reporting of production.
• Identify, report and correct hazards.
• Operate two-way radios and other communication equipment.
• Team player and display professionalism toward our company and customers.
• Physical work including lifting (up to 50 lbs), bending, crouching, climbing, crawling and reaching repeatedly throughout the workday.
• Maintain a clean and tidy work environment and equipment.
• Work schedule including evenings and weekends when required.
• Work in inclement weather conditions.
• Travel to various job sites including out of town with overnight stays when required.
• Work in accordance with all internal, client and regulated health and safety policies, procedures and/or regulations, including wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.