Job Description

Competitive hourly wage, paid sick and personal time, generous annual increases, benefits and RRSP matching program

Aevitas Inc. is a leader in the environmental services industry. We are looking for people who thrive in a fast-paced work environment and are committed to providing the highest level of customer service in a challenging, exciting work environment.

Aevitas is currently seeking a Class 3 Driver working out of our Edmonton, Alberta location. This position involves the operation of a commercial motor vehicle and the handling and transport of hazardous waste in an environmentally responsible manner.

This position does not involve any travel across the Canadian/United States border.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Identify, package, label hazardous and non-hazardous materials for transport Accurately complete manifests, bills of lading and associated paperwork Ensure loads are secure Adhere to vehicle weight limits and ensure proper utilization of Aevitas equipment Ensure proper placarding of vehicles Accurately complete and maintain daily logs, daily vehicle inspections, trip reports, expense reports and other reports as required Comply with legal requirements and internal company policies and procedures Ensure equipment is mechanically sound and in good working order at all times Maintain communication with management, sales and dispatch Follow and comply with all environmental health and safety procedures and regulations Assist in waste tracking; assign tracking and bulking numbers as required Packing chemicals based on compatibility at a variety of customer sites; prepare waste for pick up in correct packaging Loads and unloads trucks as required Completes paperwork daily, weekly, and monthly as required Maintains a courteous and professional attitude towards customers and other employees Identifying waste profiles Responsible maintaining the lab pack room Responsible for inventory and ensuring waste is ready to leave the lab pack a proper timely manner; no waste is to be stored in the lab pack room for more than three (3) months Maintain a courteous and professional attitude towards customers and other employees Additional duties as assigned

Education and Experience

High School Graduate or Grade 12 equivalent Understanding of Chemistry Experience in the hazardous waste management industry an asset Experience operating material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies Minimum three (3) years experience operating a commercial motor vehicle Hazardous waste experience preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations and Other Requirements

Hold a valid Class 3 Alberta Driver license Must be at least twenty-five (25) years of age Legally able to work in Canada Successfully complete a criminal records background check Must be willing to participate in a drug and alcohol monitoring program

Work Environment

Required to use motor coordination with arm, hand, finger, and leg dexterity. Required to exert physical effort in handling objects greater than fifty (50) pounds frequently. Requires pushing, pulling, bending, twisting and lifting. Work outdoors and/or driving a video/GPS monitored vehicle. Will be exposed to a physical environment, which involves dirt, odors, noise and weather extremes

What we Offer:

Competitive pay for this permanent, full-time position with overtime rates after 44 hours Comprehensive benefits Employee assistance program RRSP & DPSP Competitive meal allowance Hotel stays provided for overnight trips Opportunity for growth and development
Aevitas Inc. is committed to promoting Employment Equity and removing discrimination in the workplace through the practice of monitoring representation among the four designated groups with respect to women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities and aboriginal persons. Aevitas Inc. welcomes and encourages applications from individuals in the designated groups. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Casual dress Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match
Application question(s):

This role may require occasional overtime, would you be ok with this?
Education:

Secondary School (preferred)
Experience:

Commercial driving: 3 years (preferred) Hazardous waste management: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Class 3 Alberta Driver's License (required)
Work Location: In person