Location
527 Keltic Drive, Sydney, NS, B1L 1B6
Work location
On site
Salary
Location
527 Keltic Drive, Sydney, NS, B1L 1B6
Work location
On site
Salary
$45,760 to $68,640 annually (To be negotiated) / 40 to 60 hours per week Minimum wage is guaranteed
Terms of employment
Permanent employment, Full time, Early morning, Evening, Morning, Night, Day, Weekend, Overtime required, Overtime available
Starts
As soon as possible
Benefits
Health benefits
Vacancies
3 vacancies
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Responsibilities and Tasks
Address customers’ complaints or concerns, Load and unload goods, 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
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses – Air Brakes Endorsement, Driver’s License (Class 1 or A)
Documentation knowledge
Accident or incident reports, Driver logbook, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), Maintenance and repair reports, Trans-border documentation, Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
Tractor-trailer
Communication systems experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment, Trip recorder (on-board computer)
Transportation/travel experience
International, Long-haul, National, Provincial/territorial
Security and safety
Valid passport, Driver’s validity licence check, Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information
Valid driver’s licence, Willing to travel cross-border, Willing to travel internationally
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail, Handling heavy loads, Large workload, Physically demanding, Repetitive tasks, Sitting
Own tools/equipment
Cellular phone
Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skills, Excellent oral communication, Judgement, Reliability, Team player, Hardworking
Benefits
Health benefits – Dental plan, Health care plan
How to apply
By email – safety@tmdtrucking.com