Truck Driver V (Collections) Municipality: City of Abbotsford This posting closed on November 18, 2024 at 5:00 PM Job ID: J1024-1028 (Please quote job ID on resume when applying) Department: Operations Job Description: The City of Abbotsford’s Operations Department is seeking a self-motivated, hard-working individual to join their team as a Truck Driver V – Collections (Garbage Collection). This assignment is expected to be for approximately 5 months. This temporary assignment is 40 hours per week. Shifts are 8.5 hours, 5 days a week (Monday to Friday). In this skilled role, you will be responsible for the operation of a complex sanitation co-collection truck (Automated Garbage Collection Truck) under varying traffic and field conditions. Garbage, Compost and Recyclables carts are tipped using the automated arm of the truck along an assigned route and material is unloaded in approved areas, using equipment. The primary focus of this temporary position will be the operation of a semi-automated garbage truck to collect garbage bins along the bus stop routes as well as assist with roadside clean-up. Your working knowledge of the methods, practices, and tools used in servicing and maintenance of such equipment will assist you in cleaning, checking and performing light service work on units driven on a daily basis, including proper pre-trip & post- trip inspections and washing out. Educational Requirements: Required Qualifications: • Grade 12 or the equivalent • Minimum of one year’s experience operating collection equipment or similar equipment requiring the same skillset • Valid Class 3 BC Driver’s Licence Qualified candidates will be asked to submit a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract. Salary: This position is unionized, CUPE Local 774, and the hourly rate of pay is from $29.73 to $34.93 plus a percentage in lieu of vacation, statutory holidays and health benefits. Additional Information: At the City of Abbotsford, we offer ongoing personal and professional development opportunities, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package. The City of Abbotsford is committed to creating a workplace that fosters a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals form all genders, backgrounds and underrepresented groups. We are happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. Web Address: www.abbotsford.ca/careers Address: City of Abbotsford 32315 South Fraser Way Abbotsford BC V2T 1W7 E-mail: careers@abbotsford.ca Opening Date: November 5, 2024 08:30 AM Closing Date: November 18, 2024 05:00 PM Back