Weekend Az Driver Jobs in Ontario (NOW HIRING)

Introduction & Key Role Objectives

WJ Groundwater is the leading construction dewatering and groundwater specialist in the UK with operations in Canada, the Middle East, Poland & the Philippines. We have specialized plant and equipment that allows us to install custom dewatering systems in various environments including from within tunnels and shafts and from the surface.

The Logistics and Yard operations are an essential part of our business and are pivotal in enabling WJ Canadas ability to execute projects on time and on budget. The principal function of this position is to operate AZ-class commercial vehicles to transport construction dewatering and water treatment equipment, system components, and supplies between sites, suppliers, and company facilities.

We are dedicated to fostering the growth and development of our employees. We provide extensive internal and external training programs, continuous learning opportunities, and clear career advancement paths to help our team members achieve their full potential. By promoting a supportive and dynamic environment, we ensure our employees thrive and contribute to our company's ongoing success and innovation.

Reports to Logistics Specialist

The position is currently located in Gormley and is expected to relocate to Peterborough in September; candidates must be able to work in Gormley until the transition takes place.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Operate AZ-class commercial vehicles to conduct pickups and deliveries to job sites, yard, suppliers, and WJ head office
• Ensure all packing slips, receipts, invoices and records of pickups and deliveries are submitted to the WJ Canada Office Administration and organized as per administration standards.
• Conduct daily/weekly inspection of WJ Canada fleet vehicles to ensure safe and adequate working condition.
• Provide last minute support and deliveries as necessary for regular daily operations, i.e. picking up replacement parts, taking equipment away for repair, etc.
• On occasion, you will be required to assist in yard and site duties including the preparation and maintenance of plant and equipment, organizing, maintaining, and recording inventory, and picking and packing of orders for deliveries.
• Assist yard and site labourers with the loading and unloading of material from companys fleet vehicles.
• Assist with the loading and unloading of third party inbound and outbound deliveries.
• Update and maintain the WJ Canada Assets and Material Inventory trackers in conjunction with and under the supervision of the Yard Supervisor.
• Development and understanding of WJ systems and fittings to ensure all materials and equipment for site operations are delivered in the correct quantities and in a timely manner.
• Be responsible for own health and safety and that of colleagues, in accordance with current construction guidance and relevant legislation.
  

The above is not exhaustive and you will be expected to undertake any other duties that may reasonably fall within the level of responsibility and competence.

Qualifications & Experience

• A motivated and hardworking individual with good verbal communication skills is essential.
• Valid Ontario AZ Drivers License with clean driving abstract
• Minimum 2 years of commercial driving experience in construction or similar industry.
  
• Proven record of courteous safe and defensive driving.
• Good understanding of strapping and tie-down techniques
• Capable of lifting to 50 lbs.
• Familiarity with and ability to navigate the GTA.
• The ability to work collaboratively with diverse team.
• Ability to operate skid steer, forklift and other material handling equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft outlook or other scheduling tools is considered an asset.
• Able to work overtime when required.
  
• Experience working in warehousing and transportation is considered an asset.
• Previous experience in Dewatering/Tunneling/Construction/Plumbing is considered asset.

Working Conditions

The working hours for this position will be from 7:00am to 3:30pm. Your responsibilities will be split approximately be 70% on the road and 30% at the yard. It is expected that you will be based in Toronto for 95% of the time with the balance at other sites outside of Toronto.

This is an existing position and all applications are reviewed by our hiring team. AI is not used in the screening or selection process.