Truck Driver

Job Description :

Operate and drive trucks to transport goods and materials mainly on local routes and short interurban routes

Operate long-combination vehicle weighing over 4500 kg to transport goods and materials

Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection of vehicle systems, equipment and accessories such as tires, lights and turning signals, and brakes

Keep truck and shop clean when using

Ensure cargo is secured properly in accordance with safety requirements and follow safety procedures for transportation

Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Administer bills of lading and manually or electronically maintain log books

Communicate with dispatcher, other drivers and customers using communication devices and on-board computers

May perform minor emergency roadside repairs

May transport hazardous products or dangerous goods.

Other duties that apply

Job Requirements : Class 1A is required

Acceptable drivers abstract (no more than 2 incidents in 3 years)

Punctual

Attention to detail

Mechanically inclined

Positive attitude

Work well as a team and independently

Strong customer service skills

Able to lift min 50 lbs repeatedly

LCV experience is an asset

Benefits :

Medical, dental, short and long term disability as well as life insurance after 3 months 50 / 50 paid by employee / employer

Pension after 1 year

Min wage is guaranteed but drivers can make more based on milage as per the greater of the two is paid :

• 52 single per mile and .55 LCV per mile