Class 1 Gravel Truck Driver — $28–$30/hr, 3-Month Term

Our company in Penticton, BC needs a truck driver to run tandem axle gravel trucks and pup trailers, hauling materials and equipment on short and long trips for the company's aggregate and construction operations. This is a 3-month term position working under the trucking foreman, with up to 40+ hours a week.

Pay

• $28 to $30 per hour, depending on experience

Schedule

• Term position, 3 months

• Up to 40+ hours weekly, including overtime as needed

What you'll haul

• Sand, gravel and construction aggregates for delivery

• May also be assigned to other equipment or tasks as the company needs

What you'll do

• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections and keep maintenance logs

• Tarp and secure loads for safe transport

• Check tires, lights, brakes and overall vehicle condition, including brake adjustments

• Handle basic upkeep like cleaning, lubricating and refilling tanks, and inspecting/installing tire chains

• Flag any repairs or maintenance needs to your supervisor

• Stay on top of permit and load dimension rules

• Follow all relevant safety, hours-of-service and transport regulations

• Communicate with dispatch and plan your own routes and schedules

Requirements

• Class 1 license with air brake endorsement

• Valid Class 5 license plus a reliable personal vehicle

• Comfortable driving a tractor-trailer in both city and highway conditions

• Able to do thorough pre-trip and in-route safety checks

• Experience loading, securing and hauling different types of material or equipment

• Capable of using 2-way radios and keeping accurate logs and paperwork

• Can work independently or alongside a team

• Familiar with basic construction site safety practices

• WHMIS or First Aid certification is a plus, not required

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and wear required safety gear (steel-toed boots, safety glasses, etc.)

• Willing to work outdoors in all weather and travel to various job sites