DZ Truck Driver (Seasonal) - Central Ontario FS - Ayr, ON

Central Ontario FS, a division of GROWMARK, Inc., is a great company to work for, large enough to offer solid career opportunities and great benefits, but with a friendly, personal feel.

At Central Ontario FS, we specialize in agronomy, energy products and grain marketing. We are driven to deliver innovative solutions to help improve the profitability of our customers and farmer owners.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

If you love driving on a country road and have an interest in agriculture, then we can’t wait to talk to you! We are looking for Truck Drivers who are eager to go above and beyond delivering our products our growers.

• Operates all assigned vehicles, single or tandem axle configuration, forklifts, etc. in accordance with established safety standards and proper vehicle operation techniques.
• 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. When loading, ensures loads are evenly balanced and distributed from the front of the trailer to the back and from side to side, as well checks axle weights and maintains them in accordance with the Ministry of Transportation regulations.
• Ensures that all deliveries and pickups are made in accordance with time schedules and performs duties in a manner that promotes superior customer service and professionalism within the company and the industry.
• Ensures that all associated documentation, such as bill of ladings, delivery slips, invoices are completed accurately and returned to the branch location at the end of the day in order to ensure timely receiving and payment of invoices.
• Completes the necessary paperwork including accurate logbooks, records of cargo and any other assigned record-keeping duties on a daily basis.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE

• 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
• Must be able to drive manual transmission.
• 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
• May be required to work extended hours

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 emergency schedule. Handles hazardous product.

WHAT WE BRING TO THE TABLE

• We value relationships and people first and foremost.
• We are a company that give back to the community.
• We emphasize sustainability practices and stewardship of our resources.
• We enjoy access to in-house training and leadership development opportunities.
• We ensure that employee health and wellness matters to us!
• We offer a robust benefits package including generous RRSP programs and Paid Time Off, including paid Volunteer time (Full-Time only)

WHAT YOU DIDN'T KNOW ABOUT US

• Central Ontario FS is a retail division of GROWMARK, INC. serves local producers across Central and Southern Ontario. We provide leading-edge agronomic products & solutions, including precision ag services delivered by a skilled team of professionals, as well as a variety of fuel and energy solutions.

• Our average full-time tenure is 12 years, with 20% of our full-timers having more than 25 years of service.