Truck driver

Vindico Transportation Inc. situated in Cambridge, ON is seeking applications for the job position of Truck driver who are enthusiastic and possess excellent interpersonal skills. The successful candidate for this position is expected to start work as quickly as possible. The role being offered is Permanent employment or Full time job. The shift timings for this position include the Day, Night, Weekend, Shift, On Call, Flexible Hours, Early Morning and Morning.

Employer Name: Vindico Transportation Inc.
Position: Truck driver
No. of vacancies: 4
Salary: $25.00 hourly / 37.5 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Cambridge, ON

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Hiring: Truck driver

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 load and unload goods.
  • The candidate must operate and drive straight or articulated trucks in order to transport goods and materials.
  • The candidate must oversee the condition of the vehicle and inspect the brakes, tires, lights, cold storage, and other equipment.
  • The candidate must be able to perform emergency roadside repairs.
  • The candidate will be responsible for performing pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections, as well as overseeing all vehicle aspects.
  • 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 recording cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption.
  • 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.
  • Training will be provided to the selected candidate.
  • The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
  • The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
  • The candidate should be organized and flexible in nature.
  • The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
  • The candidate should be reliable.
  • The candidate must be hardworking.
  • The candidate must have patience.

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, inspection reports (pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip) and maintenance and repair reports.

Type of trucking and equipment

  • The type of trucking and equipment required is a straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles).

Communication systems experience

  • The candidate must be familiar with Citizens Band (CB) radio.
  • The candidate will be responsible for operating GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigational equipment.

Transportation/travel experience

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

Additional information

Security and safety

  • The candidate should undergo a thorough criminal record check, driver’s licence validity check, driving record check (abstract) and drug test.

Transportation/travel information

  • The candidate’s travel expenses will be covered by the employer.
  • 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 details.
  • 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 steel-toed safety boots.

How to Apply

Kindly use the given options to submit your application, If you are interested.

By email

trevex64@yahoo.ca

By mail

6-35 Raglin Road
Cambridge, ON
N1T 1X9

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