Gravel Truck & Pup Driver (Class 1)
About Kidco Construction
Kidco Construction is a full-service construction company based in Calgary, Alberta. We specialize in residential earthworks, underground utility excavation, and basement excavation for residential and commercial projects. With nearly four decades of experience, we handle every stage of a project, from site preparation and infrastructure installation to foundation excavation, equipment repair, and material hauling.
Our Material Hauling division is growing, and we're hiring an experienced Class 1 Gravel Truck & Pup Driver for local, short-haul work throughout Calgary and the surrounding area.
This is local work. There is no long-haul or overnight driving, so you will be home every night.
What You'll Do
- Operate a gravel truck and pup trailer hauling gravel, sand, topsoil, fill, excavated dirt, and other materials between our job sites, pits, and dump sites throughout Calgary and the surrounding area
- Complete frequent short-haul trips between residential construction sites, pits, and disposal locations rather than long-distance highway hauling
- Safely couple, uncouple, inspect, and operate the truck and pup combination
- Back up, maneuver, and position the truck and pup in tight residential construction sites, pits, and dump areas
- Position the truck and pup safely for loading by excavators and loaders
- Dump loads safely and accurately in designated areas while maintaining control of the truck and trailer on uneven or changing ground conditions
- Drive a loaded truck and pup through Calgary traffic, residential neighbourhoods, school zones, intersections, and other congested areas
- Enter and exit active earthworks sites where conditions may include mud, slopes, soft ground, uneven terrain, and limited maneuvering space
- Work around excavators, loaders, dozers, graders, and ground crews while maintaining awareness of equipment and workers around you
- Follow directions from supervisors, equipment operators, and site crews regarding loading, dumping, haul routes, and material placement
- Drive safely in changing Calgary weather and road conditions, including rain, mud, snow, ice, and freeze-thaw conditions
- Complete thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the truck and pup and report mechanical or safety concerns immediately
- Keep the truck and pup clean and clear accumulated mud and debris before returning to public roads
- Submit daily hours and load information using company-required systems
What We're Looking For
- Minimum 2 years of experience operating a gravel truck with a pup trailer
- Valid Class 1 driver's licence with a clean driver's abstract
- Strong backing and maneuvering skills with a truck-and-pup combination
- Experience hauling gravel, dirt, fill, or similar construction materials
- Confidence driving a loaded truck and pup through Calgary city traffic and residential neighbourhoods
- Experience driving on active construction sites with mud, slopes, soft ground, uneven terrain, and confined working areas
- Able to complete thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections and identify potential equipment issues
- Able to clearly understand and follow directions from supervisors, equipment operators, and site crews
- Professional and respectful when operating on public roadways and interacting with customers, site personnel, and the public
- Physically capable of climbing in and out of the truck and performing work involving lifting, bending, and crouching
- Safety-focused, dependable, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Typical Schedule
- Local Calgary work with no overnight or long-haul driving
- Monday to Saturday
- Approximately 8 to 12 hours per day
- Home every night
- Work is weather dependent, so hours may change or work may be cancelled due to heavy rain or extreme conditions
What We Offer
$28–$29/hour, based on experience
Year-round work with substantial overtime opportunities: Overtime paid after 8 hours per day or 44 hours per week
- Pay increases for strong performers
- Vacation/holiday pay: 9.6% on every cheque
- Benefits package through OpenCircle: health, dental, vision, prescription drugs, and life insurance, plus Teladoc online and video doctor visits. Benefits start once you reach 300 hours, followed by a one-month waiting period.
- RRSP matching program: Kidco matches 100% of your contributions to your self-directed RRSP
Why Kidco
At Kidco, you'll join an established Calgary construction company that values hard work, safety, and reliability. This position offers local, short-haul construction work throughout Calgary and the surrounding area, with no overnight trips or long-haul runs. You'll finish your shift and go home each night.
If you're an experienced Class 1 gravel truck and pup driver who can confidently handle Calgary traffic, tight residential sites, and active earthworks conditions, apply today with your resume.
