08 Nov
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AEGC
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Greater Toronto Area
08 Nov
AEGC
Greater Toronto Area
About the Company
Advance Excavating and General Contracting Ltd. (AEGC Ltd.) provides excavating, demolition, site servicing, and general contracting services for residential, commercial, and industrial projects across the GTA. We pride ourselves on safety, reliability, and high-quality workmanship across all job sites.
Role Description
We are seeking a full time, experienced Pickup Truck & Field Support Driver (DZ/AZ Licence Required) to support our daily construction and field operations across the Greater Toronto Area.
The ideal candidate is a versatile, safety-focused driver who is fully experienced in hitching, unhitching, and driving pickup trucks with utility and equipment trailers, as well as operating manual transmission water trucks when assigned. This role involves transporting materials, equipment, and water to active job sites, performing supply runs, and supporting overall field operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Safely and efficiently operate company pickup trucks, truck-and-trailer combinations, and manual transmission water trucks on public roadways and active construction sites
- Proficiently hitch, attach, detach, and unhook utility, equipment, and float trailers, ensuring proper latching, safety chains, emergency breakaway cables, and electrical light plug connections
- Safely drive, maneuver, turn, and reverse pickup trucks with attached trailers through tight urban traffic, narrow access roads, and congested job sites
- Perform water truck operations as assigned, including dust suppression, site watering, compaction support, and filling on-site tanks
- Transport tools, heavy materials, equipment, parts, and personnel between company yards, suppliers, and active construction projects
- Perform thorough daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle and trailer inspections, verifying lights, brakes,
hitch assemblies, tire pressures, and fluid levels
- Safely load, unload, strap, block, and secure all cargo, machinery, and equipment using proper tie-down techniques (chains, binders, and ratchet straps)
- Complete daily driver logs, vehicle inspection reports, delivery receipts, and site paperwork accurately
- Coordinate directly with site supervisors, dispatch, and project managers regarding material drops and water delivery priorities
- Report mechanical issues, safety concerns, vehicle/trailer damage, or site hazards to management immediately
- Maintain company vehicles, trailers, and water equipment in a clean, safe, and operational condition
- Follow all company safety policies, site-specific rules, and Highway Traffic Act / Ministry of Transportation Ontario regulations
- Assist site crews with general non-operating field duties during down time between runs
Mandatory Requirements
- Valid Ontario DZ or AZ Driver’s Licence
- Valid Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
- Proven experience attaching, detaching, and coupling/uncoupling commercial utility and equipment trailers (ball hitches, pintle hooks, safety chains, electrical connections, and breakaway systems)
- Demonstrated expertise driving, handling, and reversing commercial trucks with attached trailers in heavy traffic and active job-site environments
- Professional experience operating manual transmission commercial vehicles (water trucks or similar)
- Clean or acceptable driving abstract
- Strong knowledge of proper cargo securement techniques (using ratchet straps, chains, binders, and tie-down points)
- Strong physical capability to perform daily vehicle inspections, trailer hookups, material handling, and hose/valve operations
- Excellent communication skills, dependability, and punctuality
- Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance
Preferred Experience The following experience is considered a strong asset:
- Direct experience operating water trucks for dust control or site servicing
- Previous background working on civil, excavation, demolition, or site servicing projects
- Familiarity working around heavy machinery (excavators, loaders, hydrovacs)
- Basic mechanical aptitude for field troubleshooting
- Active construction safety certifications (WHMIS, Working at Heights, First Aid/CPR, Ground Disturbance)
Important Applicant Requirement This position requires a valid Ontario DZ or AZ Licence, manual transmission driving experience, and hands-on experience attaching, detaching, and driving with utility trailers. Applicants without demonstrated trailer towing and manual transmission driving experience will not be considered. Reliable transportation to our facility or designated dispatch point is required.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $20.00-$35.00 per hour
Application question(s)
- Do you have experience driving MANUAL Water Trucks?
Experience:
- Manual transmission: 3 years (required)
- Truck Driving : 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- AZ or DZ Drivers License (required)
Work Location: On the road
📌 Truck Driver (Greater Toronto Area)
🏢 AEGC
📍 Greater Toronto Area