Truck driver
JETRUCKING LIMITED situated in Hammonds Plains, NS 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, Evening, Night, Weekend, Early Morning and Morning.
Employer Name: JETRUCKING LIMITED
Position: Truck driver
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $36.50 hourly / 35 to 40 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Hammonds Plains, NS
Also hiring: Farm worker, fruit
Hiring: Truck driver
Job Description
- The candidate must drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
- 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 perform brake adjustments.
- 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.
- The candidate must handle and transport dangerous goods.
Job Requirements
- The candidate should be fluent in English language.
- The candidate must have a certificate of Secondary (high) school graduation.
- Candidate having experience is an asset.
- The candidate must have an AZ class license and Air Brakes Endorsement Certification.
- The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
- The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
- The candidate must be flexible.
- The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
- The candidate should be reliable.
- 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 bill of lading, driver logbooks, 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 is tractor-trailer.
Communication systems experience
- The candidate will be responsible for operating GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigational equipment.
Additional information
Security and safety
- The candidate must have a valid passport.
- The candidate should be subjected to a thorough driver’s licence validity check, driving record check (abstract), and drug test.
Transportation/travel information
- The candidate must be able to drive a manual transmission vehicle.
- The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
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 a cell phone, steel-toed safety boots, tools, a safety vest, and gloves.
Benefits
- The candidate will receive an available parking facility where employer provide parking to employee at a cost that is less than the fair market value of the parking space.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying, please submit your application through the provided channels or options.
By email