DZ / AZ Truck Driver (Ottawa – Local Work)
Company
JWK Utilities & Site Services Ltd.
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$30–$35 an hour
Posted
3 days ago
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Job Description
JWK Utilities & Site Services Ltd.
Ottawa, ON
Pay: $30.00–$35.00 per hour (based on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role JWK Utilities is hiring an experienced truck driver for local work in Ottawa and surrounding areas. Work is primarily within the construction/underground utilities sector. You will be operating a dump truck that is equipped with a crane and hook lift system.
Responsibilities
• Safe operation of company trucks
• Complete daily circle checks and inspection reports before use
• Perform routine maintenance and keep equipment in good condition
• Report any issues or required repairs to mechanic or supervisor
• Assist crews on-site when required
Requirements
• Valid DZ or AZ licence
• Minimum 3 years driving experience preferred
• Clean driver's abstract
• CSA-approved safety boots
• Reliable and able to work in a team environment
What We Offer
• Local work – home daily
• Year-round employment
• RRSP program
• Health Spending Account
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Ottawa, ON
Pay: $30.00–$35.00 per hour (based on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role JWK Utilities is hiring an experienced truck driver for local work in Ottawa and surrounding areas. Work is primarily within the construction/underground utilities sector. You will be operating a dump truck that is equipped with a crane and hook lift system.
Responsibilities
• Safe operation of company trucks
• Complete daily circle checks and inspection reports before use
• Perform routine maintenance and keep equipment in good condition
• Report any issues or required repairs to mechanic or supervisor
• Assist crews on-site when required
Requirements
• Valid DZ or AZ licence
• Minimum 3 years driving experience preferred
• Clean driver's abstract
• CSA-approved safety boots
• Reliable and able to work in a team environment
What We Offer
• Local work – home daily
• Year-round employment
• RRSP program
• Health Spending Account
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
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As per the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, the general minimum wage in Ontario is CAD 17.20 per hour as of January 1 2026 for welders in non-unionized roles. Welders classified under skilled trades receive overtime at 1.5 times the rate after 44 hours per week. This rate applies uniformly across all sectors without provincial variations for this occupation.
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada requires a valid work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program with an approved LMIA for NOC 72106 welders. Applicants need a minimum of two years paid experience in the last five years plus Red Seal endorsement. Processing takes 8 weeks for 80 percent of applications submitted after April 2026.
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