This position works in the Water - Operations, Maintenance & Construction organizational unit. This is skilled, routine truck driving work in operating vehicles of gross vehicle weight (G.V.W.) of 18,636 kilograms (kg) or greater. The incumbent loads, transports and unloads materials under varying traffic and field conditions; performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections; cleans, checks and performs light servicing work; maintains and updates simple records and work reports. May supervise one or more subordinates engaged in loading or unloading materials, tools and equipment. The work is distinguished from that of lower level Truck Driver classifications by the greater responsibility in operating larger and/or more complex equipment. Considerable independence of action and judgment is exercised while remaining within defined operating limits, methods and procedures. Work is reviewed and evaluated by a supervisor in terms of ability to operate the vehicle safely and efficiently, and to meet production norms with a minimum of continuous direct supervision. Performs related work as required.
Qualifications include completion of Grade 12 and considerable related experience OR an equivalent combination of training and experience. Thorough knowledge of the rules of safe operation and precautions to be taken to avoid accidents in the operation of large vehicles with attached or auxiliary equipment. Considerable knowledge of the proper methods used in loading, securing, transporting and unloading of materials; Municipal Street layout and related departmental operations. Ability to communicate and understand oral and written instructions; maintain and update simple records, reports and enter electronic data; supervise one or more subordinates performing loading or unloading tasks. Mechanical aptitude to perform minor servicing tasks on large vehicles. Skill in the operation of large vehicles with attached or auxiliary equipment under difficult driving conditions. Sufficient strength and manual agility to perform manual work. A Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia, Class 3 with Air Brake Endorsement is required. A Driver’s Licence for the Province of British Columbia, Class 3 with Air Brake Endorsement is required.
Clause 6 Application of Seniority:
Appointments to regular full time, temporary full time, regular part time and temporary part time positions shall be determined by seniority as defined in Article 6 of the Outside Collective Agreement. These appointments shall be subject to the successful passing of the skill test(s) applicable to the classification, that they are not currently subject to a performance management plan, and have no discipline or recorded safety infractions in the previous eighteen (18) months.
Please apply online by August 14, 2025.
Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx?wú7mesh (Squamish), s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh), and k?ik?????m Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.
