Class 1 Dump Truck Driver

Class 1 Dump Truck Driver


Company
Shanghai Construction Group Canada Corporation
Location
Edmonton, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$30 an hour
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Job Description

We are looking for a crew of efficient, safety-minded people to aid our organization in our construction development.

Shanghai Construction Group Canada Corporation is a Construction Company for Building and Tunneling. Now we are hiring full-time Dump Truck Driver for Tunneling Division.

Job Responsibilities:
• Responsible for Operating truck in safe and professional manner on public highways, roads, in the yard area and at various job sites to deliver materials. Material material could be: dirt, rocks, sand, coal, or gravel.
• Responsible for assisting in the loading of the truck; hauling the materials to the construction site; dumping the contents of your vehicle into the appropriate location
• Responsible for conducting mechanical & safety inspections as required and performing necessary maintenance; refer major problems to the supervisor.
• Responsible for checking fluid levels, tires, lights, and other controls for safe operation.
• Responsible for various administrative tasks including filling out Field Level Hazard Assessment, toolbox, timesheet etc.
• Monitor various gauges during operation of vehicle.
• Assure product quality to the best of the Driver’s ability.
• Follow safety policies and procedures while loading, traveling and on jobsites are essential in this role.
• Attend toolbox talk meetings and safety meetings as required.
• Have a strong work ethic and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Possess good communication skills and be able to communicate with supervisors, colleagues, etc. in a polite and professional manner at all times.
• Obey applicable driving rules and regulations, follow dispatch instructions.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
• Valid Class 1 driver’s license with a clean driving abstract
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience in operating Dump Truck (End Dump)
• Must be able to pass pre-employment medical and drug screening
• Safety tickets are an asset

Schedule:
• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Potential Overtime

Benefits:
• Extended health care

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:
• Extended health care

Flexible language requirement:
• French not required

Ability to commute/relocate:
• Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:
• dump truck driving: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:
• Class 1 Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

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Q What is the minimum wage for truck driver jobs in Canada in 2026?
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