Driver, truck

Chambers Group is located at Abbotsford, BC. The company is currently looking for applications for the role of Driver, truck. We are in search of a self-disciplined individual with outstanding interpersonal skills. The selected applicant will be required to join and take their responsibilities at the earliest. The open positions are for Permanent employment or Full time job. The timings of shifts may be Shift, Overtime and Flexible Hours.

Employer Name: Chambers Group
Position: Driver, truck
No. of vacancies: 3
Salary: $31.41 hourly / 40 to 55 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Abbotsford, BC

Also hiring: Package Handler 

Hiring: Driver, truck

Job Description

  • The candidate must have mountain driving experience.
  • The candidate must maintain professionalism in customer service.
  • The candidate must drive lighter, special-purpose trucks.
  • The candidate must load and unload goods.
  • The candidate must operate and drive straight or articulated trucks in order to transport goods and materials.
  • The candidate must perform brake adjustments.
  • The candidate must be able to perform emergency roadside repairs.
  • The candidate must perform preventive maintenance.
  • 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 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 1 to 2 years of experience in a related industry.
  • The candidate must have Air Brakes Endorsement Certification, Air Brake (Z) Endorsement Certification, and a Driver’s license (Class 1 or A).
  • The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
  • The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
  • The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • The candidate should be organized and flexible in nature.
  • The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
  • The candidate should be reliable.
  • The candidate should be a good team player.

Work setting

  • The candidate should work in various locations when employees are scattered across different worksites.

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 and trip reports.

Type of trucking and equipment

  • The type of trucking and equipment is tractor-trailer B train.

Communication systems experience

  • The candidate must be familiar with Citizens band (CB) radio and Trip recorder (on-board computer).
  • The candidate will be responsible for operating GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigational equipment.

Transportation/travel experience

  • The candidate must have travel experience in provincial/territorial locations.
  • The candidate must have short-haul travel experience.

Additional information

Security and safety

  • The candidate’s driving record should be thoroughly checked (abstract).

Transportation/travel information

  • The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
  • The candidate must be willing to travel for extended periods of time.

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 willing to work overtime if necessary.
  • The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
  • The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
  • 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, and steel-toed safety boots.

Benefits

  • Health and Financial benefits will be provided to the selected candidate.
  • Under Health benefits, the selected candidate will receive Dental plan and Vision care benefits.
  • Under Financial benefits, the selected candidate will receive Bonus, Group insurance benefits and Life insurance.

How to Apply

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

By email

dct.coast.jobs@chambersgroup.co

Note

Please include the following while sending the application

  • Job reference number- J-254156
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