Haul Truck Driver

Join a world class team that is committed to bringing clean energy to British Columbia for decades to come Located at the Site C Dam, Peace River Hydro Partners is the prime contractor on the BC Hydro Site C Clean Energy Project. Our team consists of professionals representing over 30 different occupations. We value diversity and respect in the workplace. We need you to help us build this legacy

Reporting to the Supervisor or designate, the position of Equipment Operator III (Haul Truck 773 or 777 ) will assist in the completion of civil related functions including the installation, preparation and maintaining areas on the project site some of which are sensitive to the environment. The duties will be performed recognizing the schedule of the project and utilizing a best practices approach as directed by the Supervisor or designate.

**Primary Functions**:

- Operating heavy equipment in a safe and productive manner, including
- recognizing potential machine hazards (e.g., blind spots, crush hazard)
- recognizing potential site hazards (e.g., equipment traffic, pedestrian traffic, slope instability)
- recognizing potential environmental hazards (e.g., fuel/oils spills or leaks)
- Demonstrating the ability to steer/brake the rock truck
- Maintaining the proper clearance on haul roads
- Using proper radio protocols and location reporting
- Following all traffic management plans i.e. signage
- Before moving the Rock Truck. (i.e. combination of shoulder checks, visual, and using the mirrors).
- Choosing the appropriate speed for the surroundings/conditions.
- Proper raising/lowering the dump box smoothly. (i.e. dumping on solid level ground, not jerky motion)
- Correctly assessing load stability and vehicle stability on haul roads
- Demonstrating ability safely transport gravel materials such as rock or crush
- Demonstrating ability to control all functions of rock truck
- Demonstrates ability to operate, maneuver and park rock truck in safe and controlled manner, including driving in reverse
- Demonstrates ability to follow all hand signals and directions for operation of vehicle
- Capable of withstanding jarring from constant movement on rough terrain and frequent bouncing from receiving loads of waste rock or other material from other equipment
- Performing all duties within the capacities and limitations of the equipment assigned
- Complete/maintain daily pre-trip checklists and outline to the supervisor any concerns regarding the safe operation of the equipment assigned, including inspection of equipment
- Demonstrates the correct start-up procedure including brake and steering checks
- Performing routine checks on equipment to ensure it is safe and in good working order, including, good housekeeping practices i.e. Ensures windows and mirrors are clean, and mirrors are adjusted correctly and proper track cleaning
- Have a good idea of your surroundings on where equipment and personal is located in your working zone.
- Always observe the following safety practices;
- Never use cell phone or personal electronic devices on equipment
- When out of the Rock Truck safety gear must be worn at all times
- Uses three-point contact for mounting and dismounting machine
- Must be a strong communicator in dealing with internal team members

**Experience, Skills and Abilities**:

- Minimum of 3 years operating experience on 773 or 777 Haul Trucks
- Class 1, 3, or 5 Drivers License and clean Driver’s Abstract
- Capable of working independently in a fast paced environment with strong safety awareness
- Experience with radio communications and protocols
- Must be physically fit and able to work in remote camp locations.
- Must be able to work access/board equipment in areas with uneven ground or snow or soft-ground/surface water

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift

Application question(s):

- Are you available to start right away?
- Can you pass a pre-access drug and alcohol test?
- Are you able to comply with BC Hydro's Mandatory Vaccination Policy?
- Do you have experience operating CAT 777 haul trucks?

**Experience**:

- Rock Truck Operating: 3 years (required)

Shift availability:

- Day Shift (preferred)
- Night Shift (preferred)