Driver, truck

PICASO TRUCKLINES INC. based in Bolton, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Driver, truck who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Permanent employment or Full time job. The shift timings include Day, Evening, Night, Overtime, Flexible Hours, Early Morning and Morning. The position of Driver, truck has been approved by the LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment).

Employer Name: PICASO TRUCKLINES INC.
Position: Driver, truck
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $26.10 hourly 32 to 44 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Bolton, ON

Job Description

  • The candidate will be expected to coach colleagues on new methods or techniques of work.
  • The candidate will be expected to maintain professionalism in customer service.
  • The candidate must drive lighter, special-purpose trucks.
  • The candidate must load and unload goods.
  • The candidate must obtain special permits and other documents required for international cargo transport.
  • The candidate must operate and drive straight or articulated trucks in order to transport goods and materials.
  • The candidate will be responsible for overseeing condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment.
  • The candidate will have to pay for and receive payments for goods.
  • The candidate must perform brake adjustments.
  • The candidate will be required to perform roadside emergency repairs.
  • The candidate will be expected to perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections as well as oversee all vehicle aspects.
  • The candidate will be expected to perform preventive maintenance.
  • The candidate will be responsible for receiving and relaying information to central dispatch.
  • The candidate will be responsible for recording cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption.
  • The candidate will be responsible for tarping and ensuring cargo safety and security.
  • The candidate will be expected to transport and handle hazardous materials.

Job Requirements

  • The candidate should be fluent in English language.
  • The candidate must have a College/CEGEP diploma.
  • The ideal candidate will have at least 1 to 2 years of experience in a related industry.
  • The candidate must have an AZ class licence and an Air Brake (Z) Endorsement.
  • The candidate must be able to lift up to 9 kg (20 lbs) and 13.5 kg (30 lbs).
  • The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
  • The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
  • The candidate must be well-organized.
  • The candidate should be reliable.
  • The candidate should be a good team player.

Experience and Specialization

Documentation Knowledge

  • The candidate must be familiar with accident or incident reports, bill of lading, dangerous goods occurrence reports, driver logbook, inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), maintenance and repair reports, and trip reports.

Type of Trucking and Equipment

  • Trucking and equipment types include dump truck, flatbed and tractor-trailer.

Communication Systems Experience

  • The candidate must be able to use GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation devices.
  • The candidate must be familiar with the Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation/travel experience

  • The candidate must have long-haul and short-haul travel experience.

Additional information

Security and safety

  • The candidate should be subjected to a thorough criminal record check, driving record check (abstract), and drug test.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • The candidate should have an eye for details.
  • The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
  • The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.

Own tools/equipment

  • The candidate must have a cell phone, a hard hat, and steel-toed safety boots.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

[email protected]

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

  • Copy of portfolio or relevant work examples
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