Driver (Class 5)
Richmond, British Columbia•Part-time
CA$20 - CA$25 hourly
CA$20 - CA$25 hourly
About the Job
Company: Scene Ideas
Location: Lower Mainland, BC (with out-of-town travel)
Employment Type: Casual / Part-Time / Event-Based (Schedule-Driven)
Location: Lower Mainland, BC (with out-of-town travel)
Employment Type: Casual / Part-Time / Event-Based (Schedule-Driven)
Position Overview
Scene Ideas is seeking a reliable and safety-focused Driver to support our live events and productions. This role is responsible for transporting equipment, and materials to and from event sites using company vehicles up to 5-ton trucks. Work hours and assignments are based on our event schedule, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and out-of-town travel.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely operate company vehicles up to 5-ton capacity.
- Transport event equipment, staging, and materials to venues and warehouses.
- Complete local and out-of-town deliveries, including overnight assignments when required.
- Drive in winter and adverse weather conditions, including mountain and highway routes.
- Perform basic vehicle checks (pre-trip and post-trip inspections).
- Load and unload equipment as required, following safe lifting practices.
- Maintain accurate driving logs and delivery documentation.
- Communicate with dispatch, project managers, and crew leads regarding schedules and routes.
- Represent Scene Ideas professionally while on the road and at venues.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License (BC).
- Clean driving record.
- Ability to provide a 5-year driving record, including accident history.
- Proven experience driving vehicles up to 5-ton.
- Demonstrated experience with winter driving conditions.
- Canadian citizenship or valid Canadian work visa.
- Strong knowledge of road safety and defensive driving practices.
- Physically capable of loading/unloading event equipment.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to adapt to changing schedules.
Additional Assets (Considered an Advantage):
- Previous experience in event production, logistics, or live events.
- Experience driving out-of-province or long-distance routes.
- Familiarity with the Lower Mainland, Sea-to-Sky corridor, and BC highways.
- Forklift or warehouse experience.
Work Schedule:
- This is an event-based position.
- Shifts vary depending on event requirements.
- Availability for early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays is required.
- Out-of-town travel may be required.
Why Work With Scene Ideas:
- Be part of high-profile live events and productions.
- Work with a collaborative and professional production team.
- Varied work locations and dynamic event environments.
- Opportunities for additional event and operations work.