- Location:Bedford, NS
- Salary:$60,000.00 to $70,000.00 /year
- Vacancies:1 Vacancy - or more
- Employment groups: Students, Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Persons with disabilities, Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Apprentices
- Terms of employment:Permanent, Full time,45 to 60hours / week
- Start date:As soon as possible
- Benefits: Bonus, Medical benefits, Mileage paid, Dental benefits, Group insurance benefits, Vision care benefits
- Employment conditions: Day, Weekend, Flexible hours
Job requirements: Languages - English
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience:
2 years to less than 3 years
Own Tools/Equipment:
Steel-toed safety boots
Security and Safety:
Driver's validity licence check, Driving record check (abstract), Drug test, Criminal record check, Basic security clearance
Transportation/Travel Information:
Willing to travel internationally, Willing to travel cross-border, Willing to travel for extended periods, Willing to travel overnight, Valid driver's licence
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:
Attention to detail, Sitting, Physically demanding
Work Location Information:
Various locations
Personal Suitability:
Excellent written communication, Reliability, Excellent oral communication, Flexibility
Additional Skills
Professionalism in customer service
Communication Systems Experience:
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment, Citizens band (CB) radio, Trip recorder (on-board computer)
Documentation Knowledge:
Trans-border documentation, Driver logbook, Bill of lading, Trip reports, Maintenance and repair reports, Accident or incident reports, Dangerous goods occurrence reports, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Specific Skills:
Load and unload goods, Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo, Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials, Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption, Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Transportation/Travel Experience:
Provincial/territorial, National, Regional, Long-haul, International
Type of Trucking and Equipment
Flatbed, Tractor-trailer
Weight Handling
Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00-$70,000.00 per year
Work Location: On the road
