Combo Truck Assistant

Combo Truck Assistant

Position Status: Full-Time Regular
Department: Liquid Waste Services
Employee Group: GVRDEU
Location: Production Way Operations Centre, Burnaby
Salary Range/ Wage Rate: $36.87 hourly plus 6.25% deferred compensation (2024 wage rates)
This role receives an additional 6.25% deferred compensation on hours worked.  The additional 6.25% can be taken as compensation or time off.

Our Liquid Waste Services Department is seeking a Combo Truck Assistant who will be an active and engaged member of the Field Services group, assisting a Combo Truck Driver in the day to day operation of a combo truck. You enjoy physical work in an outdoor environment and are able to navigate the challenges of sewer main cleaning.

You are: self-motivated and committed to workplace safety. You have an interested in sewer system maintenance, combined with professionalism and the ability to maintain a safe, respectful team environment.

This role: (The duties described hereunder are to be representative of the position and are not to be considered as all-inclusive.)

• Effectively and safely operates and/or assists with the operation of the equipment on any one of the above listed trucks as well as equipment on other vehicles as required.
• Performs and assists with the performance of daily inspections as required under BCTA Pre/Post Trip Inspection and completes equipment log books (WorkSafe BC) or any other regulatory requirements.
• Performs light maintenance and operating adjustments of assigned vehicles.
• Reports any mechanical deficiencies immediately to the immediate supervisor and garage for corrective action.
• Performs general housekeeping and cleaning of vehicles.
• Submits activity reports: timesheets, daily logs, purchase card records, work orders, etc.
• Attends safety meetings and various safety training courses as required. 
• Attends other training as required for position.
• Assists work group performing duties related to the position as required.
• Picks up and delivers materials and equipment such as: sand, gravel, cement, lumber, steel, pipe, railings, barricades, compressors, pump, generators, etc.
• Flushes and cleans sewer lines, chambers, wetwells, water leaks, reservoirs, wastewater treatment plants, etc.
• Participates with work crews in all aspects of the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the regional water, wastewater and drainage systems as required.
• Provides relief for the Combo Truck Driver as required.

To be successful, you have:

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent training and experience, supplemented with training in maintenance and construction techniques.
• Minimum two years experience working in municipal or regional construction; water and wastewater operation; or maintenance operations.
• Possess or be able to immediately acquire Transportation of Dangerous Goods certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Effectively carry out written and/or verbal instructions.
• Ability to safely operate and service vehicles required for position.
• Working knowledge of proper methods used in loading, unloading and securing material and equipment.
• Working knowledge of the different types of aggregates, sand, gravel etc.
• Working knowledge of procedures for working safely around above ground and underground utilities and services.
• Working knowledge of regional operations and maintenance facilities. 
• Working knowledge of the operation of hydrants and high-pressure water lines and familiar with the use of industrial vacuums.
• Understanding of WorkSafe BC regulations and corporate safety policies and procedures applicable to the position.
• Understanding of Metro Vancouver’s policies and procedures applicable to the position.
• Physically capable of performing duties.
• Ability to work in an outdoor environment for extended periods.
• Valid B.C. Drivers License, Class 3 with Air Brake endorsement.

Our Vision: 
Metro Vancouver embraces collaboration and innovation in providing sustainable regional services that contribute to a livable and resilient region and a healthy natural environment for current and future generations.

Metro Vancouver employees proudly serve the region and demonstrate the behaviours and attributes of six leadership competencies: Accountability, Adaptability, Building and Nurturing Relationships, Communication, Continuous Learning, and Strategic Thinking and Action.

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Please follow this link to our Careers page where you can submit your application by November 9, 2026.