Job Status: Filled

Log Truck Drivers (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Seasonal

  Westar Ventures Ltd

  Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Canada

Westar Group of Companies is based out of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan and specializes in forestry, aggregate processing, transportation and earthwork. 

We are looking for experienced Log Truck Driver's to join our team beginning early November until late March. The log haul will be based in Whitecourt, Alberta.

Employment Terms: Seasonal:F-T

Experience: 3-5 Years

Key Responsibilities (but not limited to):

- Oversee the loading and unloading, and strap/unstrap logs to allow for safe transport 

- Assist loader operator to assure proper weights are achieved

- Maintain accurate records and logs

- Perform vehicle inspections and preventative maintenance before, during, and after trips; responsible for tire chain-ups and minor repairs as needed while on the road

- Maintain truck interior cleanliness and perform a complete sweep through before switching with cross-shift

- Problem solving when dealing with unexpected situations such as road closures, breakdowns, etc.

- Understanding and location of permits, licenses and registrations

- Must wear proper PPE

Skills, Attributes & Personal Suitability:

- Professional 

- Positive and personable

- Polite and courteous

- Effective communicator 

- Conscientious

- Diligent

- Team player

- Adaptable

*Shift Work

*Competitive wages 

*ROOM PAID

*Future work possible

Must have a valid Class 1A drivers license and provide a current Driver's Abstract.

Join our team!  We value our drivers, offer benefits and run well-maintained equipment. 

(If you have a criminal record or multiple offenses on your abstract you need not apply)

Compensation

$25.00 per hour + Overtime