Freight truck driver
SHARP EXPRESS INC. based in Mississauga, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Freight truck driver who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. Sharp Express Inc. is a transportation company that specialises in the single or expedited team shipping of dry goods and temperature-controlled freight. We deliver your cargo across all major US states, as well as coast to coast across Canada and within the province of Ontario.
We have a repair and wash bay facility with licenced mechanics to ensure that our equipment is mechanically safe and running properly. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to full time or Permanent employment. The shift timing includes Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Overtime, On Call, Early Morning and Morning
Employer Name: SHARP EXPRESS INC.
Position: Freight truck driver
No. of vacancies: 3
Salary: $24.25 hourly for 40 hours per week
Employment type: Full time, Permanent employment
Location: Mississauga, ON
Type of Trucking and Equipment: Tractor-trailer, Flatbed, Tractor-trailer A train
Job Description
- The candidate will be required to inspect vehicles on a daily basis for cleanliness, mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance.
- The candidate will be required to perform roadside emergency repairs.
- The candidate will be required to adjust brakes.
- The candidate will be in charge of driving lighter, special-purpose trucks.
- The candidate will be in charge of receiving and relaying information to central dispatch.
- The candidate will be in charge of transport goods and materials by operating and driving straight or articulated trucks.
- The candidate will be in charge of tarping and ensuring cargo safety and security.
- The candidate must drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
- The candidate would be responsible for overseeing condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment.
- The candidate would be responsible for recording cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption.
- The candidate will be responsible for pre-trip, en route, and post-trip vehicle inspections, as well as overseeing all aspects of the vehicle.
- The candidate will be expected to plan travel, itineraries, and reservations.
- The candidate will be required to load and unload goods
- The candidate will be required to transport finished goods and raw materials over land to and from manufacturing plants or retail and distribution centers
- The candidate will be required to plan routes and meet delivery schedules.
- The candidate will be expected to deliver goods on time to the client.
- The candidate will be required to transport all fragile and heavy items carefully.
- The candidate will be required to monitor and refuel oil in the truck as and when needed.
- The candidate will be required to follow accident procedures if an accident occurs.
- The candidate will be required to drive with extreme caution.
- The candidate must document and log work/rest periods, kilometres driven, and keep fuel/toll receipts.
- The candidate must follow truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods), as well as company policies and procedures.
- The candidate will be expected to obey and follow all traffic laws.
- The candidate will be expected to secure cargo as well as properly arrange and balance it within the vehicle.
- Before driving, the candidate must ensure that any mechanical issues with the vehicle are corrected.
- The candidate will be required to provide a high standard of Customer Service while delivering goods to customers.
- The candidate will be responsible for responsible keeping their truck, and associated equipment, clean and in good working order.
- The candidate will be responsible for responsible for counting and recording quantities and styles of product delivered and picked up to ensure accurate paperwork for customer transactions.
- The candidate will be required to collect and verify delivery instructions.
- The candidate will be required to notify the dispatcher of any road incidents.
Job Requirements
- The candidate should be fluent in English language
- The candidate should have minimum qualification of Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
- Candidate having experience is an asset.
- The candidate must have AZ class license and Air Brakes Endorsement certificate
- The candidate should be a good team player with enough interpersonal and judge-mental skills.
- The candidate should be organized and flexible in nature.
- The candidate should be punctual.
- The candidate should be dependable.
- The candidate should be reliable.
- The candidate should give importance to values and ethics.
- The candidate should have excellent customer service skills.
- The candidate should have good physical and healthy state to perform all tasks quickly, effectively, and efficiently.
- The candidate should have excellent oral communication
- The candidate should have extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations.
- The candidate must have clean driving record.
- The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
- The candidate must be able to drive for long periods of time and travel frequently.
- The candidate must be able to concentrate for extended periods of time.
- The candidate must be adaptable and foresighted in order to deal with unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc)
- The candidate must have a basic level of security clearance.
- The candidate will be required to work in various locations.
- The candidate should have excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
- The candidate should have strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task.
- The candidate should be bondable and easily communicate.
- The candidate must remain alert and aware of surroundings.
- The candidate necessitates a great deal of patience, especially if you are on the road for an extended period of time.
- The candidate should have a strong understanding of safety regulations, including not only traffic laws but also rules governing how often they must rest, the maximum number of miles they can drive, and so on.
- The candidate must be able to drive responsibly and with caution at all times.
Documentation Knowledge
- The candidate should have strong documentation knowledge in Accident or incident reports, Trip reports, Maintenance and repair reports, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), Dangerous goods occurrence reports, Driver logbook and Bill of lading.
Communication Systems Experience
- The candidate should be proficient in Operating GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
- The candidate should be well-versed in the use of Trip recorder (on-board computer) and Citizens band (CB) radio
Security and Safety
- The candidate should have clean driving record with no at-fault accidents or traffic citations.
- The candidate must be willing to submit to regular drug checks reports.
- The candidate should have a thorough Criminal record check.
Own Tools/Equipment
- Candidates are required to wear steel-toed safety boots and Hard hat
- The candidate must have a Cell phone.
Transportation/Travel Information
- The candidate should be willing to travel cross-border
- The candidate should have valid driver’s licence.
- The candidate will be required to drive manual transmission vehicle
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
- The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
- The candidate should have an eye for details.
- The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
- The candidate should be required to handling heavy loads as part of routine work.
- The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in sitting position
- The candidate should be physically fit.
- The candidate should be prepared for doing physically challenging tasks as part of daily work.
- The candidate should ready to work overtime if needed.
Work Location Information
- The candidate will also be required to work in remote locations.
Transportation/Travel Experience
- The candidate should have experience in running Short-haul and Long-haul trips.
- The candidate should have good knowledge about Local and Provincial or territorial regions.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.
By email
Note
Please include the following while sending the application
- Cover letter
- Proof of the requested certifications