Log Truck Driver
$81,557–$81,557 year
On-siteCranbrook, British Columbia, Canada
Job Summary
Drive a logging truck safely over long hours across varying weather, terrain, and road conditions. Perform pre-trip inspections, complete minor repairs including fueling and washing, and operate trailer hoists to set stakes and pull loads. Hammer mark loads and tag them at the scale while installing tire chains in winter. Communicate clearly via radio and troubleshoot issues while maintaining focus. Requires a Class One Driver's License, proof of certifications, and a drivers abstract. Hourly rate is $39.21. This role falls under the Cranbrook Seniority Division.
Required Qualifications
- Class One Driver's License
- Ability to furnish proof of certifications/licenses
- Ability to provide a drivers abstract
- Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to analyze and troubleshoot
- Positive attitude
- Self-starter
- Ability to work in an environment that may include exposure to weather, dust, chemicals, moving mechanical parts, and noise
- Ability to cope with change and shift gears comfortably
- Ability to speak clearly and concisely
- Ability to be clearly understood when speaking on a walkie talkie
- Strong mental acuity
- Ability to stay alert while driving for long periods of time
- Ability to comply with policies and procedures
- Physically fit
- Excellent mental focus
- Ability to throw minimum of 6 wrappers per load and cinch
- Ability to set and pull stakes
- Ability to operate trailer hoist
- Ability to hammer mark loads
- Ability to tag loads at the scale
- Ability to install tire chains in winter conditions
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