DZ-AZ DRIVER
FIELD OPERATIONS
FULL TIME, PERMANENT
Varying Hours & Schedule, OT Available
At NPS, we believe in being more than a numbered employee. We look for the right people who want to help shape a growing Northern company. We work hard. We have each other’s backs. We take pride in quality work. Whether you’re operating machinery, running equipment, or mopping up the shop, there’s a place on our crew if you’re ready, willing, and able to build something great with us.
ROLE
As a Licensed DZ/AZ Driver, you are responsible for the safe, professional operation of NPS vehicles across client-driven projects. Our fleet includes roll-off trucks, vacuum trucks, water hauling units, septic service vehicles, and portable sanitation equipment. This role requires sound judgment, strong situational awareness, and pride in representing NPS on the road and on-site. Operators work independently and as part of a crew in industrial, municipal, remote, and fast-paced environments.
Note: This is not a camp position. Accommodations are the responsibility of the applicant.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Safely operate NPS trucks, trailers, and related equipment in compliance with MTO, MOL, WSIB, and company standards.
Receive, understand, and complete dispatches including:
Waste and sewage pickup and disposal
Roll-off bin delivery, relocation, and return
Portable toilet delivery, servicing, and relocation
Potable and non-potable water hauling
Conduct thorough pre-trip, post-trip, and daily vehicle inspections
Accurately complete logbooks, CVOR-related documentation, and electronic reporting as required by NPS and MTO Ontario.
Maintain cleanliness and basic upkeep of assigned vehicles and equipment
Participate in yard, shop, and site maintenance tasks as required
Follow all company safety programs, site rules, and job-specific requirements
Maintain clear communication with dispatch, supervisors, clients, and crew members
Identify hazards, unsafe conditions, or equipment concerns and report them immediately
Represent NPS professionally with clients, site contacts, and the public
Support crew operations as required to keep work moving safely and efficiently
REQUIREMENTS
Valid DZ licence required (AZ licence is a strong asset)
Minimum 3 year commercial driving experience
Ability to provide a driver’s abstract (MVR) and maintain an acceptable CVOR
Ability to pass criminal background checks, drug & alcohol testing, and Fit Test for personal mask requirements.
Physically capable of performing job-related duties including handling hoses, equipment, and working outdoors
Comfortable working variable hours, on-call schedules, and changing site conditions
Legally entitled to work in Canada
Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently
Above all: fit matters. We’re looking for Operators who take ownership, follow procedure, and do the job right.
TRAINING & CERTIFICATION
NPS provides required training and certification for the role. The following are considered strong assets:
Mine Site Training & Clearance
First Aid / CPR
Health & Safety Training
Confined Space Entry
Fall Arrest
If you don’t have these yet—but you’re the right person—we’ll help you get there.
WAGES & BENEFITS
Starting at $30.00/h (based on experience, certifications, and qualifications)
Vacation Pay, Dental Care, Vision Care, Life Insurance
WHY NPS
Trusted Northern Operators Delivering Fast, Reliable, Safe Service.
For industrial, municipal, commercial, and residential clients across the North we provide dependable hydrovac, high-pressure jetting, water hauling, septic, and construction support services delivered by top-tier operators and a modern, expanding fleet. We keep projects moving through fast mobilization, rigorous safety standards, and work completed right the first time. NPS is about showing up when clients need us — fully equipped, fully certified, and ready to get the job done right.
READY TO START
A CONVERSATION?
Apply now by sending your resume & references to apply@npswastemanagement.com
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If this role sounds like you—even if you don’t check every box—reach out. Let’s talk.