Truck Driver III - Temporary Full-Time

Job ID: 25-U017 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying)

Department: Utilities Operations

Job Description: Truck Driver III

Competition Number: 25-U017
Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time
(from approximately February 17, 2025 – December 19, 2025)
Pay Rate: $35.69 per hour (2024 rates), plus 13.5% in lieu of benefits
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week; Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm
Competition Opening Date: January 27, 2025
Competition Internal Closing Date: February 4, 2025
Competition External Closing Date: February 10, 2025

Job Overview

The Township of Langley is currently recruiting for a temporary full-time Truck Driver III to join our team of professionals in the Public Works Division, Utilities Operations Department. Reporting to the Manager, Utilities Operations, in this unionized position will operate tandem axle dump trucks and participate in routine utilities operations maintenance tasks on job sites. During winter weather conditions, this position will be on shift work carrying out winter maintenance duties, while ensuring that environment and safe work practices are maintained.

Responsibilities

1. Operate a heavy truck and vehicles in excess of 18,600 kg (41,000 lbs) G.V.W
2. Transport construction/maintenance materials including dirt, sand, gravel, asphalt, and lumber
3. Clean, service and perform minor repairs to trucks as necessary
4. Participate in manual or related tasks at job sites while the truck is idle
5. Operate a variety of small electric, gas or air powered tools and equipment
6. Shift work is a requirement of this position for winter maintenance duties
7. Operate trucks with attachments to perform tasks such as plowing snow and salting/sanding streets
8. Perform related duties as required

Qualifications

1. Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent, with a defensive driving course and training in safe and efficient operation of a wide range of small power tools and equipment or an equivalent combination of training and experience
2. Thorough knowledge of the safe operation and precautions required in operating heavy vehicles
3. Sound knowledge of local geography, designated truck routes and street layout with the Township
4. Considerable experience in operating large trucks used in general construction and maintenance work
5. Ability to operate heavy trucks safely and efficiently, with attached or auxiliary equipment
6. Ability to establish and maintain effective communication with internal and external contacts

Required Certifications/Licenses

Candidates must have the following valid and current certifications/licenses (must be valid at the time the posting closes) and these must be attached with your application:

1. Valid BC Class 3 with Air Brake Endorsement Driver’s License. You must include with your application a current Personal Driving Record (select the 5-year option if obtaining online) that has been obtained within 6 months of the closing date. To obtain a copy of your Personal Driving Record, please contact ICBC directly or the driving authority where you reside. Please note that a copy of your Driver’s License and the Drivers Factor Report will not be accepted.

Applications without the attached required documents above will be deemed incomplete and may not be considered. Please title your attachments with the number of this competition and have these documents ready to upload when you apply.

In addition, a requirement of this position will include winter maintenance shifts from November 1 – March 31 during winter weather events. Winter maintenance shift patterns are as follows and can be up to 12 hours in duration:

1. Morning Shift: 4:00am – 12:30pm
2. Day Shift: 8:00am – 4:30pm
3. Afternoon Shift: 12:30pm – 9:00pm

Apply Now

Visit tol.ca/careers to apply for this exciting career opportunity in a growing community. The Township of Langley is an equal opportunity employer.

We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Address: Township of Langley
4th Floor Civic Facility
20338 65 Avenue
Langley, BC, V2Y 3J1