Merks Farms Limited, located in Falmouth, NS B0P 1P0. The company is actively seeking applicants for the role of Truck driver. The applicant should be a self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will be required to commence work at the earliest opportunity. It will be Permanent employment or a full-time job.
Employer Name: Merks Farms Limited
Position: Truck driver
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: $22.00 to $26.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 45 to 60 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full-time
Location: Falmouth, NS B0P 1P0
Also hiring: Child caregiver – private home
Job Description
- The candidate must operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials.
- The candidate must inspect the vehicle’s condition, including the brakes, tires, lights, and other essential components.
- The candidate will be responsible for performing pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections, as well as overseeing all vehicle aspects.
- The candidate will be responsible for recording cargo information, hours of service, distance traveled, and fuel consumption.
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.
- A candidate with experience is an asset.
- The candidate must have an Air Brakes Endorsement Certification, Class 1/1F/A License (semi-trailer trucks), and a Driver’s License (Class 1 or A).
- The candidate must be able to handle a weight of up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs).
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 trip reports.
Type of trucking and equipment
- The candidate must have experience in operating dry bulk trucks and tractor-trailers.
Transportation/travel experience
- The candidate must have travel experience in the local area.
- The candidate must have short-haul travel experience.
Additional information
Security and safety
- The candidate must undergo a driving record check (abstract).
Transportation/travel information
- The candidate must have their own transportation.
Own tools/equipment
- The candidate must have steel-toed safety boots.
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 Health care plan that covers medical and surgical expenses, and 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 Registered retirement savings plan (RRSP) that enables them to save for retirement.
How to Apply
To apply, please use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested in the position.
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902-542-3039