Truck driver
Goldfinch Cartage Ltd based in 657 Base Line, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 5K6 is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Truck driver who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Permanent employment or Full time job. The shift timings include Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Overtime, Flexible Hours, To be determined, Early Morning and Morning.
Employer Name: Goldfinch Cartage Ltd
Position: Truck driver
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $26.40 hourly / 40 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: 657 Base Line, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 5K6
Also hiring: Farm worker
Hiring: Truck driver
Job Description
- The candidate must have mountain driving experience.
- 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 will be responsible for overseeing condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment.
- The candidate must perform brake adjustments.
- The candidate will be expected to perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections as well as oversee all vehicle aspects.
- The candidate will be responsible for tarping and ensuring cargo safety and security.
Job Requirements
- The candidate should be fluent in English or French languages.
- The candidate must have a certificate of secondary (high) school graduation or equivalent experience.
- The ideal candidate will have at least 1 to less than 7 months of experience in a related industry.
- The candidate must have a Class 1/1F/A licence (semi trailer trucks), an Air Brake (Z) endorsement, and a valid driver’s licence (Class 1 or A).
- The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
- The candidate should be reliable.
Work setting
- The candidate must be willing to work in a remote location.
- The candidate must be willing to relocate to the specified location.
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
- The candidate should be knowledgeable about Driver logbook, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), Maintenance and repair reports and Trans-border documentation.
Type of trucking and equipment
- Trucking and equipment types include Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles), Tow truck, Tractor-trailer, Tractor-trailer A train and Tractor-trailer B train
Communication systems experience
- The candidate must be able to use GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation devices.
Additional information
Security and safety
- The candidate should be subjected to a thorough driver’s licence validity check and driving record check (abstract).
Transportation/travel information
- The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- The candidate should be willing to work overtime if necessary.
- 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.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.
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