Slinger Truck Operator / Driver

Garden City Tree & Landscape Ltd. – Victoria, BC

Job Type: Full-time or Part-time, Permanent

Job Description

Garden City Tree & Landscape Ltd. is hiring an experienced Slinger Truck Operator to support our landscaping and construction operations in Victoria and surrounding areas.

This role combines slinger truck operation, material delivery, trailer hauling, equipment transport, yard operations, and hands-on field support. The successful candidate must be confident operating slinger systems safely and efficiently in residential, commercial, and construction environments.

This is a physical, fast-paced position — not just driving. You will be actively involved in job site logistics, material placement, equipment operation, and supporting crews throughout the day.

We offer flexible scheduling, with both full-time and part-time opportunities available.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate slinger trucks to transport and place landscape materials safely and efficiently

• Deliver materials, tools, and equipment to multiple job sites

• Operate and maintain slinger conveyor systems

• Troubleshoot minor conveyor or equipment issues and perform basic maintenance

• Load, secure, and unload materials safely

• Support crews with site setup, material handling, and yard operations

• Perform daily inspections and maintain safe operating practices

Requirements

• Valid Class 3 license with Air Brakes

• Minimum 1 year slinger truck experience

• Minimum 5 years commercial truck driving experience

• Experience towing trailers and operating larger trucks

• Basic mechanical ability and troubleshooting skills

• Physically fit, reliable, and safety-oriented

• Equipment operation is an asset (mini skid steer, walk-behind machines, small loaders)

Benefits:

• Spend your days outside in Victoria’s beautiful environment
• Gain real-world skills in landscaping and horticulture
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Quality work clothing
• Extended Health and Dental Benefits
• Life insurance
• On site Free Parking
• Access to in-house mulch and soil for personal use.
• Free coffee from our in-office machine.
• Monthly team gatherings with food and beverages on Garden City.
• A supportive, inclusive and friendly and safe work environment.

Compensation

$30-$35 per hour depending on skills and experience.

Schedule:

• Flexible scheduling

• Our crew Schedule: Regular: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM Seasonal Hours (April 13 to September 27, 2026): Monday to Thursday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM (4 day a week 10 hour a day schedule)

Work Location: Different Greater Victoria work sites.

About Us

Garden City Tree & Landscape Ltd. is a leading landscaping company dedicated to creating beautiful outdoors for our clients all over Greater Victoria for twenty years. We take pride in our commitment to quality craftsmanship and sustainable practices in landscape construction and Vegetation Management. We do this adhering to our core values, giving ongoing support to all of our people, by providing quality wages, health benefits, the best equipment and ongoing training.

Our Core Values

Respect for Individuals

• Personal Accountability
• Quality of Work
• Safe Work Environment
• Peer support
• Client experience