Caterpillar 793 Haul Truck Driver

Duz Cho Construction is a rapidly growing heavy civil contractor with offices and operations in Northern BC and Alberta. We are looking for a full-time Caterpillar 793 Haul Truck Driver to join our dynamic team! Our company culture is employee-first, with an emphasis on families and teamwork. Integrity, honesty, and a hard work ethic are crucial attributes we strive to emulate. Duz Cho is the largest First-Nation owned Construction company in BC and we are looking to expand to meet our client’s needs in open-pit mining, logging, concrete, electrical, and heavy civil construction.

Duz Cho is a 100% Indigenous owned company, with ownership belonging to McLeod Lake Indian Band. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of the diverse cultures and histories of local Indigenous communities. They must have demonstrated experience in applying Indigenous knowledge in a professional setting, adhering to cultural protocols, and working with a culturally safe approach. Knowledge of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) Calls to Action and a commitment to advancing reconciliation are essential.

Employees are expected to support and participate in a “culture of safety”, adhere to and be ambassadors of Duz Cho’s Code of Conduct and Values, act professional and amicable, and to treat others with dignity, respect, and fairness.

Duties:

• Operate haul trucks to transport and /or stockpile raw materials, like blast rock from Mine Pit to various Stockpile locations.
• Maneuver haul truck into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading units and unloading units.
• Performs daily safety and maintenance checks.
• Maintain and turn in daily records of loads hauled and equipment inspections.
• Use hand-held mobile radio units to coordinate tasks and resources.
• Operate haul trucks in a safe and effective manner to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life.
• Clean truck cab daily.
• Maintain the haul truck and advise supervisor of any requirement for maintenance or repairs.
• Report any damage immediately to supervisor.
• Use the haul truck for its intended purpose with little or no assistance.
• Ensure trucks and equipment are safely and securely stored.
• Help identify hazardous conditions on the job site.

Qualifications & Skills:

• At least two years of experience on off Road Articulated Rigid Frame Dump Trucks (777/ 785 / 793 / 789)
• Equipment safety.

Skills, knowledge, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability maintain truck/equipment and follow related procedures.
• Ability to adjust the controls of a haul truck quickly and repeatedly to an exact position.
• Ability to see details at a distance and close range.
• Ability to judge the distance between you and other objects.
• Ability to communicate information in writing so others will understand.
• Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally with others.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member successfully.
• Ability to ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
• Ability to meet project schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Ability to function daily without your cellphone, absolutely no cellphones allowed on site.
• Ability to wear protective clothing.
• Ability to successfully complete a Pre-Access Drug and Alcohol test.
• Norcat Training will be provided.

Schedule:

• 12 Hour Shifts
• 7 days on, followed by 7 days off, followed by 7 days nights 7 days off

Travel & Accommodation:

• Bus transportation will be provided from Chetwynd to Tumbler Ridge if required.
• Accommodation will be provided in Tumbler Ridge if required.
• As a result, no LOA, travel or truck charges will be required.

Wage:

$38.00 – $42.00 I hr for fully qualified Operator however qualification to be demonstrated and signed off on site.

Email (optional): recruitment@duzcho.com

MLIB Applicants may submit resumes directly to: jreno@duzcho.com