10380121 Canada Inc. Looking for at Elmsdale, Nova Scotia Full Time

– Work Term: Permanent

– Work Language: English

– Hours: 40 to 65 hours per week

– Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

– Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting- Various locations
– Willing to relocate
Tasks- Load and unload goods
– Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
– Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
– Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
– Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
– Perform preventive maintenance
– Receive and relay information to central dispatch
– Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
– Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
– Transport and handle dangerous goods
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses – AZ class license
– Class 3/3F/DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles)
– DZ class license
– Driver’s License (Class 1 or A)
Documentation knowledge- Driver logbook
– Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
– Maintenance and repair reports
– Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment- Tractor-trailer
Communication systems experience- Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Security and safety- Basic security clearance
– Driving record check (abstract)
– Drug test
Transportation/travel information- Valid driver’s licence
Work conditions and physical capabilities- Attention to detail
– Physically demanding
Weight handling- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Personal suitability- Organized
– Reliability
– Team player
Screening questions- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
– Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
– Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
Workplace information- On the road job
Health benefits- Dental plan
– Health care plan
Financial benefits- Bonus
– Gasoline paid
– Mileage paid
Long term benefits- Group insurance benefits
– Life insurance
– Maternity and parental benefits
– Other benefits
Other benefits- Free parking available
– Learning/training paid by employer
– Parking available
– Travel insurance

Salary: $22.00 hourly