Driver, truck

Glen Transport, situated in Skookumchuck, BC V0B 2E0, is currently looking for applications for the role of a truck driver who is a self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills. The selected candidate must start work promptly. The available positions are for Permanent employment or full-time jobs. The candidate must be available to work day and night shifts, with overtime required.

Employer Name: Glen Transport
Position: Driver, truck
No. of vacancies: 12
Salary: $32.00 hourly / 40 to 55 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full-time
Location: Skookumchuck, BC V0B 2E0

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Job Description

  • The candidate must plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions.
  • The candidate must have mountain driving experience.
  • The candidate must load and unload goods.
  • The candidate must operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials.
  • The candidate will be responsible for receiving and relaying information to central dispatch.
  • The candidate will be responsible for tarping and ensuring cargo safety and security.

Job Requirements

  • The candidate should be fluent in the English language.
  • There are no standard education requirements, such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
  • The ideal candidate will have at least 2 to 3 years of experience in a related industry.
  • The candidate must have an Air Brakes Endorsement Certification and a Driver’s License (Class 1 or A).
  • The candidate must be able to handle a weight of up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
  • The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills.
  • The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • The candidate should be organized and flexible.
  • The candidate should have good judgmental skills.
  • The candidate should be reliable.
  • The candidate should be a good team player.
  • The candidate must be hardworking.
  • The candidate must have patience.

Work setting

  • The employer should not cover the candidate’s relocation costs; if the company does not provide a relocation package, you may request an advance on your earnings to cover some of your moving expenses.

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

  • The candidate must be knowledgeable about accident or incident reports, bill of lading, driver logbooks, inspection reports (pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip), maintenance and repair reports, trans-border documentation, and trip reports.

Type of trucking and equipment

  • The candidate must have experience operating tractor-trailers and tractor-trailer B trains.

Communication systems experience

  • The candidate must have experience using citizens band (CB) radios, operating GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment, and using a trip recorder (on-board computer).

Transportation/travel experience

  • The candidate must have transportation and travel experience at the provincial/territorial levels.
  • The candidate must have short-haul travel experience.

Additional information

Security and safety

  • The candidate must have a valid passport.
  • The candidate must undergo a driver’s licence validity check and a driving record check (abstract).

Transportation/travel information

  • The candidate must be able to drive a manual transmission vehicle.
  • The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
  • The candidate must be willing to travel for extended periods of time.
  • The candidate must be willing to travel overnight.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • The candidate should have an eye for detail.
  • The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
  • The candidate must manage a large workload.
  • The candidate must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
  • The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks frequently.
  • The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in sitting positions.

Own tools/equipment

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

Benefits

  • The employer will provide Health and Financial benefits to the selected candidate.
  • Under Health benefits, the selected candidate will receive a Dental plan that covers medical expenses associated with dental treatment and procedures, as well as a Vision care benefits that cover or reduce the cost of eye exams and medical eye care.
  • Under Financial benefits, the selected candidate will receive Group insurance benefits provided by the employer, which extend coverage to the employee’s dependents, including spouses, children, and parents, as well as Life insurance, which assists their loved ones in managing the financial impact of their death; and a Bonus, which is money given to an employee in addition to their salary as a reward for good performance.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, please utilize the provided options to submit your application.

By email

gt.jobs@chambersgroup.co

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

  • Job reference number- J-254549
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