Truck Driver I

Requisition ID: 43569 

Organization

Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Named among Canada's Top 100 Employers, BC's Top Employers, and Canada's Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver seeks colleagues who can help shape and embody our core commitments to sustainability, reconciliation, equity and outstanding quality of life for all residents.

Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

Main Purpose & Function
The Truck Driver I operates service, special dump, panel or flat bodied trucks of light or medium weight used in hauling materials, equipment and supplies, watering trees in parks and streets as well as transporting workers to and from various job sites. The incumbent will be required to work shifts at varying start and end times between Monday and Friday.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities
The Truck Driver I is responsible for the operation of vehicles used in the transporting of materials, workers, equipment and water to a variety of locations to support Urban Forestry for tree watering tasks. Tree watering can include street trees, park trees using hoses with injecttion wands and/or backpack sprayers. At times hauling hoses through parks to reach watering areas. Field data collection throuhg Field Maps. The type, power and size of the trucks may vary, but in general will range from one half to three cubic yard capacity and will include dump, panel, service and flat bodies.

Some main duties as required include tree watering; delivers parts, materials, and supplies to various crews; assists with stump and invasive species removal including the loading and hauling of materials and equipment; works with a loader for the transport of various materials.This position will perform semi-skilled tasks and will additionally be responsible for; washing, cleaning, servicing and making minor running repairs to vehicles as required and assists in or independently loads trucks.

Qualifications
Education and Experience:

• Completion of the eighth grade and some experience in the operation of light or medium sized trucks, preferably in general construction and maintenance work.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the rules of safe operation and the precautions to be taken to avoid accidents in driving light or medium weight trucks.
• Good knowledge of one ton dump truck driving techniques as applied to general maintenance and construction work including trailer towing.
• Thorough knowledge of the rules of safe operation and of the precaution to be taken to avoid accidents in driving a one ton dump truck, including training in pre- and post-trip inspections and load securement.
• Ability to communicate respectfully and clearly with the public.
• Ability to work as part of a larger team engaged in similar work.
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out written and oral instruction and to supervise one or more subordinates engaged in semi-skilled maintenance or construction tasks.
• Ability to operate light or medium sized trucks safely and efficiently and to perform servicing tasks on same as required.
• Ability to receive and transmit radio messages clearly.

Drivers License and Record Checks

Candidates must attach the following records and satisfy the City’s driving requirements to be considered for this role:

• Copy of your five-year ICBC Commercial Driver’s Abstract (N Print) directly from ICBC dated within 14 days of this posting
• Copy of your five-year ICBC Driver’s Claims History directly from ICBC within 14 days of this posting
• If you have less than five years driving experience in BC, a request must be made for out of province/country abstract and claims history

Business Unit/Department: Board of Parks & Recreation (1400) 

Affiliation: CUPE 1004 N/Pks 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time 

Position Start Date: May 2025 

Position End Date: September 2025
Number of Positions: 11 

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-320: $35.23 per hour

Application Close: April 20, 2025

At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion. 

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