Truck Driver

**Truck Driver / Labourer**:
**One (1) Permanent, Full-time Position**

**Union - CUPE**

The Township of Springwater, located in the heart of Simcoe County, is a mixed urban/rural municipality with growing urban settlements and a prosperous agricultural sector. The municipality is currently recruiting for a permanent, full-time position of Truck Driver / Labourer.

Reporting directly to the Supervisor, Roads and Foreperson, the Truck Driver / Labourer will operate necessary public works equipment for the needs of the Roads and Fleet Department.

**Position Responsibilities**:
The key responsibilities of the position are:

- Operate vehicles include pickups and heavy duty trucks between 1,000 and 30,000 kg Gross Vehicle Registered Weight (GVRW) equipped with construction, snow and ice maintenance attachments, pre-wet tanks or attachment controls.
- Operate front end farm tractor loaders, four wheel drive articulating loaders or rubber tire backhoe loaders for the purpose of loading gravel, sand or stone materials onto trucks as operated.
- Operate and maintenance of ride on compaction rollers for asphalt or gravel construction
- Operate industrial tractors with side mowers for cutting roadside grass
- Operate pumps and devices required by the loading of water or salt brine materials for seasonal construction and maintenance.
- Carry out manual labour requiring articulate physical dexterity for construction and maintenance efforts of the department.
- Maintain accurate timesheet material haul records and hours of work logs in accordance with municipal policy and provincial legislation.
- Maintain accurate maintenance and equipment records.
- Assist in ensuring departmental equipment is kept in good working order through regular inspection and maintenance programs
- Conduct vehicle inspection and maintain truck records as required by MTO audits and municipal policy.
- Conduct pre-use inspection forms on vehicles and equipment as required by municipal health and safety policies.
- Attend courses and seminars as required.
- Carry out such other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

**Qualifications and Experience**:

- Completion of Secondary School Diploma.
- Minimum two (2) to five (5) years’ related experience and a demonstrated ability to successfully train in new duties.
- A valid Ontario Class DZ license with a satisfactory driving record.
- Ability to carry out manual labour requiring physical dexterity for construction and maintenance efforts of the department in all weather conditions.
- Ability to operate and maintain a variety of manual and power equipment.
- Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and safety procedures.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to work hours beyond the normal work week, including evenings and weekends and ability to work on a rotational basis or be on call.

**Rate of Pay**:
The Township of Springwater offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive employee benefit plan for this position, including participation in the OMERS pension plan for this position. Compensation for this position is $27.04 to $30.48 per hour (2024 rate) as per the Collective Agreement.

**Hours of Work**:
This position will work 40 hours per week; however, extended hours or additional hours on a call-in basis are required in inclement weather/road conditions. In addition, this position may be required to work early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, holidays or on a rotational basis and be on call in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

**How to Apply**:
**Closing Date**:May 30, 2025

This job posting reflects the general responsibilities and requirements of the job and does not include all the work requirements of the job.

**Accessible Accommodations**:
As an inclusive employer, we are committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process. Please contact us at any time during the recruitment process and let us know what accessible supports you may need.

**Licenses & Certifications**: Required
- Class DZ License