Job Description

Requisition ID: 47510

Organization

Vancouver is consistently ranked as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Recognized among BC’s Top Employers and Canada’s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver is seeking colleagues who can help advance our core commitments to exceptional public service, sustainability, equity, and an outstanding quality of life for all residents.

With a strong commitment to being a City of Reconciliation, we invite you to join our dedicated team and become part of an innovative, inclusive, and engaging workplace. A career with the City of Vancouver and within the broader public service, offers meaningful work where you play a key role in ensuring equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and supporting the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication.

Main Purpose and Function

The Truck Driver III safely and efficiently operates a tandem axle for the purposes of transporting aggregate, materials, and equipment to and from work sites as required. The Truck Driver III must abide by all driving policies and procedures in accordance with the City of Vancouver, BC Commercial Transport Act, and BC Motor Vehicle Act.

The regular work schedule will be from 7:00 am- 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday. The successful candidate may be required to adjust shifts as operationally required.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Tow trailers, compressors, generators, and other such equipment/items applicable to the work being performed.
• Perform daily safety inspections and maintain accurate logs and records as required.
• Complete pre/post trip inspection reports as required by the City of Vancouver and CVSE (Commercial Vehicle Safety & Enforcement).
• Ensure vehicle is properly and safely loaded/unloaded and the load is safely secured.
• Assist the crew in the performance of a variety of maintenance and construction duties.
• Keep and submit accurate time slips daily, along with written records such as weigh bills, central stores requisitions, Branch forms, etc.
• Effectively carry out verbal and written instructions
• Clean, service and perform minor repairs to the vehicle, and other duties as required.
• Operate a two-way radio for job related activities using proper, brief, and concise radio procedures.
• As a representative of the City, interact with supervisors, co-workers, and members of the public in an effective, courteous and respectful manner.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Grade 8 or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Must have Load Securement training or able to obtain it prior to awarding.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of the rules of safe operation and of the precautions to avoid accidents in operating large trucks and auxiliary or attached equipment and demonstrated ability to work safely on the job.
• Knowledge of the method and procedures used in transporting heavy materials and equipment.
• Knowledge and ability to adhere to load securement practices.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude to ensure equipment is operating properly, and report mechanical issues.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills sufficient to perform the posted duties effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to operate large trucks with attached or auxiliary equipment safely and effectively under difficult driving conditions and other skills applicable to the job.
• Demonstrated ability to learn the requirements of the job in a reasonable amount of time.
• Demonstrated ability to assist crew(s) with all work functions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are essential along with the ability to create and maintain a functional team and cooperative environment among staff and the public.
• Demonstrated work habits over the last three years.

Driver’s License and Record Checks:

• A current and valid Class 3 BC Driver’s License with as Air Brakes or higher and a Satisfactory National Safety Code driving record
• 5 years accumulation of no more than 9 points, not in excess of 3 points per single year
• Employees who do not demonstrate a satisfactory driving record will have their application reviewed in more detail
• Candidates must attach the following to be considered:
• Commercial Driving Records Abstract (N Print) for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)

As part of our recruitment process to determine the successful candidate, you will be screened and ranked based on the following:

• Job Application
• Resume
• ICBC Documents
• Interview

Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services

Affiliation: CUPE 1004 N/Pks

Employment Type: Auxiliary/Casual

Position Start Date: January 2027

Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-335: $37.88 per hour

Vacancies: 3

Application Close: November 20, 2026

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.

The City of Vancouver acknowledges that it is situated on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam Indian Band), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation).More about unceded traditional territories

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