Option Excavating Inc. is an Alberta-owned full-service underground infrastructure installation company. We specialize in installing water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer main lines, and services. We provide services to the municipal public works, petroleum, commercial and residential sectorsgas and Commercial Industry. We provide excavating, grading, and hauling for various projects throughout British Columbia and Alberta.

We seek a Water Truck Driver

If you take pride in your work, are willing to travel for work, have an excellent safety record, and enjoy working outside in all weather, apply now.

What will you get from us?

Industry-competitive wages, including overtime pay. A positive and professional work environment. Wage adjustments are paid upon proven ability and skill. Safety gear is supplied. The opportunity to work within a company that understands the importance of employees and excellent health coverage after 3 months.

• Dental Care
• Extended Health Care
• Vision Care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer match RRSP Program
• Life and Long-Term Disability

If you take pride in your work, are willing to travel for work, have an excellent safety record, and enjoy working outside in all weather, apply now.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely operate units in diverse weather and challenging worksite environments.
• Comply with all jurisdictional traffic safety legislation.
• Inspect transport units and loads for safe operation during, before, and after all transport assignments as required by jurisdictional and/or NSC standards.
  
• Clean up work area after work is complete.
• Work in a team environment with attention to safety and productivity
• Understand and comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting safely at all time
• Performs pre and post-trip inspections
• Assists with job site preparation, staging equipment
• Maintains and updates drivers electronic logbook
• Communicate with dispatchers and supervisors throughout the day
• Performs minor repairs
• Understand the issues involving ground disturbance and the ability to work in and implement safe work practices and contribute to a safe work environment.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Promote, execute, and adhere to the companys safety program and encourage all employees, to adopt safety as a culture.
• This general responsibilities list does not include all responsibilities required for the position.

Position Requirements & Skills

• Must hold a valid class 3 license with airbrakes.
• Must have a clean driver abstract.
• 3-5 years experience with a water truck is a must
• Must be familiar with pre/post-trip inspections.
• Follow all safety and job procedures.
• CSTS certification or ability to achieve.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Perform general housekeeping to ensure equipment is clean and operating properly.
• Perform miscellaneous labour activities
• Knowledge of removing and installing tire chains
• Perform physically demanding tasks.
• Knowledge of workplace safety and safe lifting and handling procedures.
• Ability to operate required equipment safely and responsibly.
• Time management skills.
• The job requires working with tools, pipes, and materials.
• Personal Protective Equipment (e.g., hard hats, safety boots, etc.) will be required.
• Can adapt to changing circumstances.
• Respect diversity - treat others with respect.

Option Excavating Inc. believes that diversity and inclusion are business drivers, so we maintain their importance. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retaining individuals of all backgrounds. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected factors. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of organizational success!

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.