AZ DRIVER – TRI AXLE & FLOAT DRIVER

Awarded one of Canada’s Best Managed companies, The Forest Group of Companies is a vertically integrated diversified group of companies offering exterior construction material supply and services within the Greater Toronto Area. Focused on asphalt paving, concrete, municipal site services, landscape construction and other exterior construction, Forest has provided quality solutions for over 20 years.
We are currently looking for AZ Drivers to join our growing team!
Reporting directly to the Operations Supervisor, the AZ Driver will be responsible for operating a variety of Forest Contractor Ltd.’s commercial motor vehicles.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Tri Axle Drivers - Safely and effectively operating a tri-axle truck and trailer or a tractor hauling a live bottom.
- Float Drivers - Safely and effectively operating a tractor hauling a float trailer holding heavy construction machinery.
- Safely and effectively loading construction equipment on to trailers as needed.
- Reporting and communicating effectively with dispatchers, foremen and supervisors.
- Wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Ensuring float equipment is on time and at the correct location allowing for traffic, weather, etc.
- Responsible for the maintenance of the equipment as per Forest Contractors Ltd.’s maintenance practices and procedures as well as manufacturers specifications.
- Following all applicable Federal (i.e., Transport Canada), Provincial (i.e., MTO) and local/jurisdictional legislation including but not limited to logbooks, weight restrictions, cargo securement and Highway Traffic Act regulations.
- Other duties as requested by the Operations Staff.
Qualified candidates will possess:
· A valid AZ drivers license
· A current Driver’s background check (within the last 30 days).
· Minimum 3 years experience operating a tri axle and/or tractor is required.
· The ability to operate construction machinery is considered an asset for tri axle drivers and a must for float drivers
· A safety conscious attitude.
· The ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
· The ability to drive safely in a variety of weather and traffic conditions.
· In-depth knowledge of all CVOR requirements such as logbooks, hours of service, cargo securement, trip inspections, pre-trip inspections, etc.

Please refer the Job description for details