Heavy equipment operator (Tractor Trailer Driver)
City of Toronto, Solid Waste Management Services is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Heavy equipment operator. City of Toronto, Solid Waste Management Services handles waste collection, processing, and disposal for residents and businesses. It provides services like recycling, organics, garbage, and hazardous waste management. The division promotes sustainability with volume-based pricing and aims to divert 70% of waste from landfills by 2026. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Toronto
Department: Solid Waste Management Services
Position: Heavy equipment operator (Tractor Trailer Driver)
No of Vacancies: 2
Salary: $31.97 hourly
Employment Type: Full time/Temporary
Affiliation: L416 OUTSIDE
Job Category: Operations and Maintenance
Location: Toronto, ON, CA
Shift: 40 hours per week
Job ID: 51395
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
Experience: Candidates should have considerable experience in the relevant field
Physical Requirements:
- The candidate should have the ability to orient new staff on assigned vehicles and equipment, the ability to use or learn to use technical devices related to the position
- The candidate should have the ability to communicate effectively in relation to the job duties and deal courteously with the public
- The candidate should be able to operate tractor trailers equipped with either manual or automatic transmissions
- The candidate should have the ability to operate construction/utility equipment, front-end loaders, and heavy trucks, generally as outlined in the responsibilities
Other Requirements:
- The candidate should possess and be able to maintain a valid Province of Ontario Class “A” Driver’s License (with “Z” endorsement) and must qualify for the City’s equipment operating permits and requirements
- The candidate should have recent experience and demonstrated ability in the operation of tractor-trailers, rubber tire articulated loaders, track loaders, and backhoes generally as outlined in the responsibilities
- The candidate should have knowledge and ability to perform running repairs on equipment, calibrate onboard weighing systems, and maintain equipment and/or vehicles in a clean, tidy, and safe condition
- The candidate should be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations that apply to this work, as well as Provincial and City Traffic Laws and regulations for the safe performance of duties
Responsibilities:
- The candidate should be able to operate heavy motorized equipment in a safe and efficient manner
- The candidate should be able to operate powered vehicles and equipment, including rubber-tired and track-type front-end loaders, backhoes, gradalls, roll-off trucks, and tractor-trailers
- The candidate should be able to secure open-top trailers using straps, ratchets, and crank handles to secure tarps
- The candidate should be able to maintain vehicles in a clean and tidy condition, conduct daily inspections, report defects, and maintain a Driver’s Log in accordance with the HTA and City policies
- The candidate should be able to direct activities and provide work direction to other staff, assist workers in various Transfer Station functions, including loading and unloading trailers, hooking up trailers, cranking landing gear, and securing trailer doors
- The candidate should be able to perform shunting of tractors and trailers at Transfer Stations
- The candidate should be able to install or assist in installing equipment attachments, perform other related work
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
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