The Cowichan Valley Regional District is now accepting applications from prospective candidates to join our organization as a casual Truck Driver I in the Recycling & Waste Management Division within the Operations Department. Reporting to the Manager, Solid Waste Operations and supervised by the Recycling Leader V, the Truck Driver contributes to the effective operation of CVRD Recycling Facilities through the efficient and safe collection and hauling of residential and commercial waste using tandem axle collection trucks and other equipment as required. 

• Secondary School graduation or equivalent
• Curbside Truck driving: Two (2) years of driving experience in a related field using a Class 3 Driver’s License or 6 months of driving for CVRD using a Class 3 Driver’s License is required
• Roll-Off Truck driving or Relief Curbside Truck driving: Two (2) years of driving experience in a related field using a Class 3 Driver’s License is considered an asset
• Experience in customer relations and conflict management
• Valid Class 3 BC Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement
• Basic First Aid Certificate (previously First Aid Level 1)
• Front End Loader Operator Safety Training certificate from a qualified instructor – employer provided, would be an asset.
• Excavator Operator Safety Training certificate from a qualified instructor – employer provided, would be an asset.

 Please click here to view the full job description and qualifications for this position 

As this is a casual, on-call opportunity there are no guaranteed hours of work. Shifts are scheduled based on operational need. The successful candidate must be able to work a flexible variety of hours and shifts and must be available for a minimum of 2 days per week between Monday-Saturday.

This position is unionized (USW Local 1-1937) with wage rate in 2 steps, $32.99 - $35.01 per hour (2023 rates), plus an additional 14% pay in lieu of vacation, benefits and statutory holidays.

Please submit a resume and cover letter at the link above by 4:30 pm on the date indicated. Please include a driver’s abstract with your application.

We are currently also hiring casual Recycling Facility Attendants and Equipment Operators. More information about those positions can be found at careers-cvrd.icims.com

Note that testing may be required during the hiring process. Testing is based on the knowledge, skills, abilities, and qualifications outlined in the job description.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in any stage of the hiring process should contact Human Resources at hr@cvrd.bc.ca to communicate their accommodation needs.