Job Description
Salary: Based upon Experience. 40 hours per week
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent position
Start Date: TBD
Language: English verbal and written
Minimum Education: High school
Positions Available: 1
NOC Group: Transport Truck Drivers - 73300
NOC Job Title: Truck Driver Long Haul & Local
Job Location: 7411 Vantage way Delta
Our company – National Forming Group of Companies
Has established a reputation for outstanding quality and service in Metro Vancouver and Globally.
We are currently looking for 1 Local/ Long haul drivers who will be responsible for operating/driving semi-tractor trailers to transport goods and material.
Looking for a person of quality that can join our team as soon as possible for the long term.
This is a full time, permanent position for mature individuals with Driving/Border crossing experience.
We offer a competitive wage rate. All applicants should be able to communicate in English and be in good health condition to sit for extended periods of time.
Duties and responsibilities:
Operate and drive primarily tractor-trailer with a 48’ Step deck. We also have a 28’ Tandem axle freightliner for local smaller deliveries
Plan trip logistics and obtain required documentation to transport goods as provided by the Company
Perform pre-trip, on route and post-trip inspection of vehicle systems, equipment and accessories such as tires, lights and turning signals, brakes and balance of checks required by the D.O.T.
Ensure cargo is secured properly in accordance with safety requirements and follow safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods
Ensure you have picked up paperwork, permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
Keep accurate trip sheets
Maintain e- log books
Communicate with office, dispatchers
May perform elementary emergency roadside repairs
May transport hazardous products or dangerous goods.
Requirements:
Experience: Required
Credentials: High school completion or equivalent accepted by employer
Language: English
Ability to travel nationally and internationally (incl. Canada wide routes and throughout USA)
Friendly demeanor(Customer orientated)
Essential Skills:
- Operate and drive straight 28’ flat Tandem or Tractor c/w 48’ Step deck.
- Basic use of hand and mechanic tools
- Be able to drive full capacity loads
- Need to be able to do very basic maintenance as per plan
- Possess problem solving skills
- Ideal candidate should be punctual, reliable, pay attention to detail and meet deadlines
- Strong commitment to work
- Ability to drive independently
- Own steel toed safety shoes, safety vest and cellular phone
- valid Canadian driver's licence required in the province of residence
Additional Skills:
- Ability to operate GPS and other navigation equipment
- Ability to be away from home for a period of time
- Mountain driving experience(Use of chains)
- Clean driving record required
Compensation:
- Salary - Based upon Experience per hour
- EI, CPP
- Vacation: 2 weeks per year
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Dental care
Extended health care
Paid time off
Vision care
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
