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Class 1 End Dump Driver / Equipment Operator – Kimberley BC

By Tervita Corporation

Dead Line: October 23, 2021

Job Description
 
At Tervita, skilled, dedicated, enthusiastic employees are at the heart of everything we do. From the services we provide to our dedication to the environment, we create a dynamic energy that emanates from our core. Tervita is an industry pioneer, having provided industrial waste management and environmental services for 40 years.
 
Our people are the reason we are a leader in our industry. We are committed to building and nurturing a great place to work, learn and develop. We are proud of our people and our company. To learn more about Tervita, please visit tervita.com.
 
Position Summary:
 
Tervita is currently recruiting for a Class 1 End Dump Driver/ Equipment Operator with excavator (bucket/thumb) experience to join our Kimberly BC Metals Recycling team. Based out of Kimberly and working throughout the Kootenays, the End Dump Driver/ Equipment Operator is responsible for hauling scrap metal in an end dump from customer sites to the Kimberley facility. Secondary duties will include operating equipment to sort and load scrap with excavator (bucket and thumb). Load metal into bins and/or trucks. This position requires a team player with proven interpersonal customer service skills. Must be able to have Teck Coal access.
 
Responsibilities:
 
  • Comply with all jurisdiction traffic safety legislation;
  • Inspect transport units and loads for safe operator during, prior to and after all transport assignments as required by jurisdiction, and or/ NSC standards;
  • Ensure load is always properly secured;
  • Completion and submission on a timely basis of all documentation as required. This includes logbooks, equipment inspection reports, time tickets, accompanying manifests, trip records, fuel, and credit card receipts (JSA’s and WSRA’s);
  • Abide by all Tervita and customer specific safety procedures;
  • Ensure all Tervita safety policies and procedures are followed;
  • Responsible for knowing and following the standard operating procedures and mastering critical tasks;
  • Maintaining and implementing safe work procedures;
  • Ensure all transport of hazardous and non-hazardous materials complies with TDG Regulations;
  • When not driving you will be operating equipment or doing various other tasks (i.e., operating a baler, loader, skid steer, or helping on various tasks around the facility).
 
Qualifications:
 
  • Valid Class 1 Drivers License
  • Minimum of 3 years driving experience in the transportation industry or demonstrated competency;
  • Experience end dump and picking up material from different sites, heavy equipment experience with Excavator (bucket/thumb) and magnet is a priority.
  • Self-load truck, shear and loader would be an asset, but not a must.
  • Must be able to work varied shift start and finish times, occasional weekends/overtime and occasionally travel away from home location overnight;
  • Ability to safely operate transport vehicles through difficult weather conditions and challenging work site environments;
  • Solid knowledge base with respect to hours of service, load securement and driving regulations;
  • Ability to accurately maintain logbooks, trip records and inspections daily as per legislated requirements;
  • Ability to conduct proper pre/post trip inspections of transport vehicles for safe operator prior to, during and after transport pickups and deliveries;
  • Strong mechanical knowledge with respect to the maintenance, servicing and repair of transport vehicles;
  • Ability to complete minor serving and maintenance of transport vehicles, including but not limited to greasing, replacement of air filters, brake adjustments and settings;
  • Ability to safely operate transport vehicles through difficult weather conditions and challenging work site environments;
  • Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, shoveling, moving containers and other heavy materials;
  • Strong work ethic;
  • Fit-for-Work each day
 

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