Agriculture AZ DZ Drivers – Ayr

DZ and AZ drivers

We are hiring for DZ and AZ drivers for an agribusiness that specializes in agronomy and grain marketing.

Location : Ayr, ONT

These are seasonal openings that start April 1st and the contract runs for 10 weeks.

Details :

• Operates all assigned vehicles, single or tandem axle configuration, forklifts, etc.
• Performs and records daily safety checks of assigned vehicle(s) and associated equipment by conducting pre-trip inspections such as checking fuel and oil levels, inspecting tires, lights, and brakes.

Follows the preventative maintenance program and keeps truck clean to maintain professional appearance.

• Loads and unloads containers, pallets, or materials and products safely on trucks, trailers, or railcars by hand or by forklift truck.
• Ensures that all deliveries and pickups are made in accordance with time schedules.
• Complete and submit documentation, bill of lading slips and invoices on time.
• Completes the necessary paperwork including accurate logbooks, records of cargo and any other assigned record-keeping duties on a daily basis.

Requirements :

• Must possess a valid class DZ or AZ license, a driving abstract that represents a history of safe operation, as well as the ability to maintain insurability
• A strong mechanical aptitude with ability to problem solve
• Demonstrate ability to read maps, work orders, follow specific delivery directions and instructions
• Must have experience driving off-road this position requires backing into farmers fields.
• May be required to work extended hours during peak time, and ok with not working on rain days.

Working Conditions :

• Mostly outdoors and behind the wheel of a truck.
• Physical activity includes operating, loading / unloading equipment, inspecting vehicles and equipment, walking, climbing, occasionally in awkward positions, in an environment which may be characterized by changes in temperature.
• Working occasional irregular hours as needed; may include overtime, evenings, weekends, statutory holidays and on-call schedule.
• Handles hazardous product.

Salary : DZ Driver : $23-$24 and AZ Driver $24-$26 depending experience