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  • Truck Driver

    Salary: CA$43.88Per Hour

    Terus Construction is an integrated road construction and materials manufacturing company, which has been building roads in British Columbia and the Yukon Territory for over 30 years through decentralized business centers.

    Road construction, asphalt paving, aggregate production, hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete supply are the core activities. In addition, the Company acts as general contractor on civil construction projects, including excavation, utilities, concrete placement, sidewalks, and curbs, and in all kind of road construction related activities.

    Over 800 jobs every year are performed through more than 20 decentralized business centers, such as highway rehabilitation, airport construction, industrial, municipal and commercial work, subdivisions. More than 550 employees are locally employed.

    Terus Construction provides challenging and rewarding opportunities in an entrepreneurial, diverse, inclusive and respectful work environment. As our growth creates new career opportunities, likely there is the right one for you!

    Mission


    Terus Construction, a division of Colas Western Canada Inc., is looking to hire a seasonal Dump Truck Driver.


    This is a unionized position based in Prince Rupert, BC.

    Main Responsibilities

    • Must be able to operate a Truck unit in city traffic.
    • Perform trip inspections on equipment operated and loaded, ensuring safety and road worthiness.
    • Comply with applicable legislation including safe operation, carriage of goods, driver’s hours, occupational health and safety.
    • Perform pre-trip vehicle inspection to ensure mechanical, safety and emergency equipment is in good working order.
    • Maintain daily logs, inspection logs and other necessary paperwork.
    • Must examine situations in light of the principles of the Code of Ethics.
    • Other duties as required

    Technical Skills

    • Ability to safely operate and perform daily inspections on trucks.
    • Some mechanical aptitude.
    • Must be able to back up efficiently and safely.
    • Knowledge of road construction procedures.
    • Knowledge of applicable safety legislation and ability to perform pre and post trip equipment checks and accurately complete driver log books.
    • Ability to identify safety hazards.

    Requirements

    • Class 1 or 3 Driver’s License Required

    Working Conditions

    • Travel as required.
    • Overtime as required.
    • Use of personal protection equipment is required.
    • Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol policy, including testing requirements.
    • Must comply with all company policies.
    • Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt

  • Courier Driver

    Salary: CA$18.50Per Hour

    • Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
    • Experience: Will train
    • Tasks
    • Deliver and pick up messages, parcels, and other items by hand
    • Operate and drive automobiles, vans and light trucks to pick up and deliver various items and products
    • Professionalism in customer service
    • Load and unload goods
    • Sort packages for delivery
    • Record trip information such as vehicle mileage, fuel costs and any problems
    • Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
    • Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
    • Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles)
    • Work conditions and physical capabilities
    • Fast-paced environment
    • Handling heavy loads
    • Personal suitability
    • Flexibility
    • Organized
    • Reliability
    • Workplace information
    • On the road job
    • Health benefits
    • Dental plan
    • Health care plan
    • Vision care benefits
    • Work Term: Permanent
    • Work Language: English
    • Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week

  • Long Haul Driver

    Salary: CA$36.00 Per Hour

    • Work Term: Permanent
    • Work Language: English
    • Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week
    • Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
    • Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
    • Tasks
    • Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
    • Load and unload goods
    • Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
    • Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
    • Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
    • Receive and relay information to central dispatch
    • Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
    • Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
    • Transport and handle dangerous goods
    • Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
    • AZ class license
    • Air Brakes Endorsement
    • Documentation knowledge
    • Accident or incident reports
    • Bill of lading
    • Driver logbook
    • Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
    • Trans-border documentation
    • Trip reports
    • Type of trucking and equipment
    • Flatbed
    • Tractor-trailer
    • Transportation/travel experience
    • Long-haul
    • Security and safety
    • Valid passport
    • Driver’s validity licence check
    • Driving record check (abstract)
    • Drug test
    • Transportation/travel information
    • Willing to travel cross-border
    • Work conditions and physical capabilities
    • Attention to detail
    • Handling heavy loads
    • Physically demanding
    • Repetitive tasks
    • Sitting
    • Weight handling
    • Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
    • Own tools/equipment
    • Cellular phone
    • Steel-toed safety boots
    • Personal suitability
    • Organized
    • Reliability
    • Team player
    • Hardworking
    • Patience

  • parts delivery driver

    Salary: CA$19.00per hour

    • Work Term: Permanent
    • Work Language: English
    • Hours: 30 to 44 hours per week
    • Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
    • Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
    • Tasks
    • Deliver and pick up messages, parcels, and other items by hand
    • Operate and drive automobiles, vans and light trucks to pick up and deliver various items and products
    • Professionalism in customer service
    • Accept payment or invoices for items delivered
    • Receive and relay information to central dispatch
    • Keep a record of items received and delivered
    • Prepare, package and restock goods
    • Load and unload goods
    • Sort packages for delivery
    • Follow directions and read map
    • Use maps and other trip planning aids
    • Record trip information such as vehicle mileage, fuel costs and any problems
    • Pay and receive payments for goods
    • Provide customer service
    • Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
    • Transportation/travel experience
    • Local
    • Security and safety
    • Criminal record check
    • Bondable
    • Driving record check (abstract)
    • Transportation/travel information
    • Own transportation
    • Own vehicle
    • Valid driver’s licence
    • Work conditions and physical capabilities
    • Attention to detail
    • Fast-paced environment
    • Tight deadlines
    • Work under pressure
    • Weight handling
    • Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
    • Own tools/equipment
    • Steel-toed safety boots
    • Personal suitability
    • Client focus
    • Efficient interpersonal skills
    • Flexibility
    • Organized
    • Reliability
    • Team player
    • Dependability
    • Excellent oral communication
    • Punctuality
    • Screening questions
    • Are you currently a student?
    • Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
    • Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
    • Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
    • Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
    • Financial benefits
    • Gasoline paid
    • Other benefits
    • Free parking available
    • Team building opportunities
    • Parking available

  • truck driver, long haul

    Salary: CA$36.00

    • Tasks
    • Load and unload goods
    • Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
    • Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
    • Perform brake adjustments
    • Perform emergency roadside repairs
    • Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
    • Perform preventive maintenance
    • Receive and relay information to central dispatch
    • Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
    • Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
    • Personal suitability
    • Flexibility
    • Judgement
    • Reliability
    • Team player
    • Experience
    • Will train
    • Durée de l’emploi: Permanent
    • Langue de travail: Anglais
    • Heures de travail: 35 hours per week

  • courier driver

    • Tasks
    • Deliver and pick up messages, parcels, and other items by hand
    • Operate and drive automobiles, vans and light trucks to pick up and deliver various items and products
    • Professionalism in customer service
    • Load and unload goods
    • Sort packages for delivery
    • Record trip information such as vehicle mileage, fuel costs and any problems
    • Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
    • Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
    • Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles)
    • Work conditions and physical capabilities
    • Fast-paced environment
    • Handling heavy loads
    • Personal suitability
    • Flexibility
    • Organized
    • Reliability
    • Workplace information
    • On the road job
    • Health benefits
    • Dental plan
    • Health care plan
    • Vision care benefits
    • Work Term: Permanent
    • Work Language: English
    • Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week

  • Shuttle Bus Driver

    Salary: CA$24.34Per Hour

    Job Summary:

    Reporting to the Coordinator of the STARS Program (Seniors Transport and Ride Service) the Driver will be responsible for providing safe and reliable transportation for seniors in the community. Transportation activities would include trips to health appointments, shopping trips to the mall or grocery store, and attending special senior events.

    Qualifications:

    Education, Training and Experience:

    • Grade 10
    • Class 4 Driver License Unrestricted.
    • One (1) year of experience driving a 12-passenger vehicle.
    • Clean driver’s abstract to be updated annually.
    • Physically able to lift up to 25 lbs.

    Job Skills and Abilities:

    • Drive with due care and caution.
    • Ability to work independently.
    • Able to operate a manual lift equipped shuttle bus.
    • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
    • Basic understanding of Excel/Microsoft Office
    • To be aware of driver standards and insurance requirements as regulated by ICBC.
    • Excellent people skills, especially with seniors, demonstrating courtesy and tact in dealing with passengers as well as staff and family involved with passengers.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills, maintaining positive relationships with agency driving coordination staff and with grocery store and medical office personnel.
    • Ability to drive prearranged routes in a timely manner.

    Key Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Operates a motor vehicle to transport passengers to and from designated locations following a pre-arranged schedule, as dispatched by the Driving Coordinator.
    • Performs pre-trip safety inspection of shuttle, to ensure it is prepared for transport.
    • Picks up and drops off passengers at designated locations, assisting them in boarding and disembarking the vehicle as necessary. Operates lifts, such as wheelchair lifts or mobility devices, to board passengers.
    • Ensures the safety of passengers by performing duties such as informing passengers of and ensuring compliance with safety precautions, ensuring that wheelchairs and child restraints are secured, and managing problems and emergencies that arise in accordance with established guidelines.
    • Performs routine inspection and maintenance duties on vehicles and equipment such as cleaning and fueling vehicles, checking fan belts, lights and tires and maintaining fluid levels. Recommends vehicle and equipment repairs as required.
    • To maintain accurate records and to provide administrative services such as recording hours and mileage, validating expenditures and preparing correspondence as required.
    • To promote effective working relationships between driving program and other CCS and community teams.
    • Performs all other duties as required.

  • long haul truck driver

    • Tasks
    • Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
    • Load and unload goods
    • Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
    • Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
    • Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
    • Perform brake adjustments
    • Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
    • Perform preventive maintenance
    • Receive and relay information to central dispatch
    • Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
    • Documentation knowledge
    • Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
    • Transportation/travel experience
    • Long-haul
    • Transportation/travel information
    • Valid driver’s licence
    • Willing to travel for extended periods
    • Willing to travel internationally
    • Work conditions and physical capabilities
    • Attention to detail
    • Sitting
    • Own tools/equipment
    • Cellular phone
    • Personal suitability
    • Reliability
    • Team player
    • Other benefits
    • Other benefits
    • Work Term: Permanent
    • Work Language: English
    • Hours: 60 hours per week

  • delivery driver

    • Tasks
    • Operate and drive automobiles, vans and light trucks to pick up and deliver various items and products
    • Professionalism in customer service
    • Accept payment or invoices for items delivered
    • Keep a record of items received and delivered
    • Deliver newspapers, flyers to residences and businesses
    • Prepare, package and restock goods
    • Load and unload goods
    • Use maps and other trip planning aids
    • Record trip information such as vehicle mileage, fuel costs and any problems
    • Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
    • Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles)
    • Security and safety
    • Driving record check (abstract)
    • Transportation/travel information
    • Valid driver’s licence
    • Work conditions and physical capabilities
    • Fast-paced environment
    • Physically demanding
    • Handling heavy loads
    • Weight handling
    • Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
    • Workplace information
    • On the road job
    • Work Term: Permanent
    • Work Language: English
    • Hours: 40 to 45 hours per week

  • truck driver

    Salary: CA$26.41per hour

    • Tasks
    • Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
    • Professionalism in customer service
    • Load and unload goods
    • Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
    • Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
    • Pay and receive payments for goods
    • Perform emergency roadside repairs
    • Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
    • Receive and relay information to central dispatch
    • Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
    • Transport and handle dangerous goods
    • Transportation/travel information
    • Valid driver’s licence
    • Green job
    • Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes
    • Health benefits
    • Health care plan
    • Vision care benefits
    • Work Term: Permanent
    • Work Language: English
    • Hours: 40 hours per week