Bus Driver
Job No:
PVG202010450
Location:
Smithers, BC
Welcome to the Brucejack Mine!
We are Pretivm – a Canadian mining company, headquartered in Vancouver, BC, owns and operates the high-grade underground Brucejack gold mine located 65 kilometres north of the town of Stewart in northern British Columbia. Commercial production was announced July 2017 and in 2020 the mine produced over 347 thousand ounces of gold at an All In Sustaining Cost of US$981 per ounce of gold sold. In 2020 Pretium generated over US$369 million of free cash flow. Brucejack is one of the largest and highest-grade gold mines globally and as of January 1, 2021 has Proven and Probable mineral reserves of 3.9 million ounces of gold (14.4 million tonnes grading 8.3 grams per tonne gold). Pretium trades on the TSX and NYSE under the ticker symbol "PVG".
As an employer, we are committed to ensuring a safe, comfortable and diverse working environment. We are working closely with our neighbours – the local communities and First Nations - to provide employment.
About the Opportunity:
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Bus Driver in Smithers, British Columbia.
This position is located at Pretium Exploration Inc.'s Office / Warehouse in Smithers, British Columbia with driving responsibilities between Smithers, BC and Kitwanga, BC and return as required. The positions primary report is to the Director, Supply Chain or designate.
Job Purpose and Accountability:
This position is for the following role: Bus Driver. The Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting employees to and from Smithers and the pick-up points along the way to Kitwanga and return. Drivers must have good communication skills both oral and written to interact with fellow drivers, Logistics and Dispatch, and passengers. Commitment, patience, maturity and initiative are required qualities.
Responsibilities:
- Drive safely, responsibly and be prepared for all road conditions
- Respect fellow employees, and equipment
- Pre and post trip checks of the unit each time it is used, emphasis on ensuring adequate fluid levels
- Complete all applicable paperwork required
- Maintain radio contact and use proper radio protocol
- Manage passenger behavior by quickly and effectively solving problems
- Communicate with Logistics and Dispatch at your scheduled time, prepared and ready to go
- Maintain a clean and orderly bus
- Complete and submit all pre-trip inspections for all defects
- Must attend required safety meetings and other training sessions
- Report unsafe conditions
- Report all safety incidents
- Use safe work procedures
- Cooperate with the employer through involvement in all aspects of health and safety management systems
- Perform other duties as assigned including the warehouse assistant duties.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Minimum Class 2 driver’s license with clean driver’s abstract
- Able to load light cargo
- Must be capable of driving a 28 passenger bus and variety of light vehicles including Pick ups and vans
- Organized, punctual and reliable
- Team player with a positive attitude
- Calm, pleasant and helpful manner
- Excellent driving skills and habits
- Ability to communicate effectively with all parties
Safety Expectations:
- Follow OH&S regulations regarding reporting of unsafe conditions
- Correct unsafe conditions
- Make suggestions
- Comply with applicable regulations and policies
- Know where registration, inspection and collision reporting document papers are located
- Report to work well rested
- Driver must carry their license with them when on duty
Additional Information:
- Must be willing to drive in extreme and varying weather conditions that may include heavy snow and rain
- Must be able to adjust to driving in varying weather conditions snow, mud, dust, rain
- Work schedule is variable but will occur Monday to Friday daytime and certain night runs.
- Able to work in close quarters with the team
- Pretivm promotes a drug and alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre- employment drug and alcohol testing
What we can offer you:
We are committed to ensuring that all of our team members are kept healthy and safe.
All of our team members are also rewarded with a host of including:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications.
It is important to note that the wellbeing of our team is our top priority. As such, we promote a drug and alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR AN EXCITING NEW CHALLENGE JOIN PRETIVM!