Job Description

135 Kam Lake Road, Yellowknife, NT X1A 2R2 Telephone: (867) 920-4844

NWT Construction, a division of NPA is one of Western Canada’s largest paving contractors, with over 700 employees helping us provide our products and services throughout Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Northwest Territories. Our equipment fleet and shops are among the most modern in our business. We take pride in our employees and place a high-value on establishing a workplace where people are challenged and respected every day.

Summary

Are you an experienced and professional Truck Driver looking for a change? Do you want to be a part of a company who values your contributions and can provide lots of opportunity to learn and grow in this exciting industry? NWT Construction is currently hiring a Truck Driver for the 2025 Construction season!

The Truck Driver operates trucks and equipment to deliver or remove bulk aggregates and asphalt to and from the work sites. The Truck Driver is responsible for regular maintenance and inspections of haul trucks. 

Key Responsibilities

• Operating highway dump trucks to haul city projects. 
• Safely navigate busy job sites with other workers and equipment, while always maintaining awareness of surroundings.
• Operate Skid Steer and other equipment as needed.
• Must ensure a solid understanding of and comply with the principles of the company's Code of Ethics.
• Must examine situations in light of the principles of the Code of Ethics.
• Other operating and labour related duties as required.

Qualifications | Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred
• Class 3 or Class 5 driver's license with air endorsement required
• Minimum 3-5 years road construction experience
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience operating dump trucks

Working Conditions

• Weather dependent schedule of Monday to Saturday, consisting of up to 12 hours. Overtime is paid in accordance with local employment standards legislation.
• Out of town travel may be required, accommodations and Live Out Allowance may be applicable.
• Work is performed in an outdoor setting, which could include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust and asphalt.
• Must be physically able to repetitively lift and carry at least 50 LBS on a regular basis.
• Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required.
• Must comply with the company's drug and alcohol testing requirements .

What's In It For You?

We are pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive wage, extended health benefits, company matching Registered Pension Plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, accommodations and Live Out Allowance may be applicable and more!

If this sounds like an exciting opportunity you would enjoy, hit the apply now button below!

NWT Construction is pleased to offer the successful candidate an attractive wage, comprehensive benefits, including a pension plan, educational assistance, excellent opportunities for professional growth, and more.

We thank all candidates for their interest in a position with NWT Construction, however only candidates selected to move forward will be contacted.

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