Water Truck Driver

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Carmacks Enterprises Ltd. is a civil contractor, specializing in road, bridge and maintenance construction for over 40 years. We are currently seeking a Seasonal Water Truck Operator for our Alberta Highways Division for the 2024 construction season. The work site will be in various locations around the Alberta area.

Reporting to the Highways Division Foreman, the Water Truck Driver’s main focus is to distribute water ensuring that moisture content is kept to specifications. The operator will consult with the Foreman daily regarding production needs and paving plan in order to determine priorities. They are responsible to maintain all necessary log books and operate equipment in a safe manner following all rules of the road.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safely operate and drive Water Truck (standard transmission) for shift operations as directed
• Performs daily inspection and maintenance and ensures that Truck is in safe, proper working order including fluid checks and proper lubrication
• Fill truck tank with water, spray water in designated areas
• Monitor vehicle performance, fluid levels, and mechanical fitness
• Follows all safety, compliance, and environmental requirements in alignment with company standards
• Maintain all necessary log books and operate equipment in a safe manner following all rules of the road
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment
• Operate on public or private roadways, maintaining proper awareness of ones’ surroundings
• Ensure company equipment is operated in a safe manner and in accordance with Carmacks Equipment maintenance practices.
• Attend daily and weekly safety meetings and inspections.
• Complete daily safety documentation.

What do we value?

• Minimum 1 year of experience operating a Water Truck
• Have fundamental understanding of road construction materials and practices
• Minimum Class 3 Driver’s license with a clean driving record, Class 1 would be considered an asset
• Able to work long hours in all weather conditions (rotational shift 24 days on 4 days off)
• Overtime and weekend work is required
• Successful candidates must be able to meet pre-employment testing requirements

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Wages
• Extended Health Care
• Vision and Dental Care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• RRSP Matching
• Free Onsite Parking
• Growth Opportunities
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Carmacks is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability or veteran status. Carmacks believes in building better, together.

Please visit us on the web at www.carmacks.com to learn more about Carmacks.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

• What is your hourly wage expectation?

Experience:

• Water truck driving: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 1 or 3 Licence (required)

Work Location: In person