Bulk Milk Tanker Driver

Agrifoods International Cooperative Ltd.; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Agrifoods International Cooperative Ltd. in Alberta seeks a Bulk Milk Tanker Driver to operate a tractor with tanker, ensuring safety and compliance with Dairy Industry Act and company policies. You will be home every day, rotating shifts including weekends, and interact professionally with customers and peers.

Responsibilities include safe driving, logbooks, tank maintenance, and adherence to regulations. Must hold a Class 1 license with Super B experience; Milk Grader’s License training is

Qualifications

• Class 1 Driver’s License to operate a tractor trailer and Super B experience preferred.
• Experience hauling unstable loads and working independently.
• Must obtain Milk Grader’s License (training provided) and pass a company driving test.
• Clear driver’s abstract and medical clearance required.
• Strong time and task management with solid written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient operation of bulk transport vehicle.
• Adhere to safety practices and procedures.
• Adhere to Dairy Industry Act and Regulations.
• Follow applicable Transportation regulations, OH&S, and National Safety Code.
• Maintain strong communication with peers, customers, and Lead Hand/Route foreman.
• Fuel vehicle, check oil, and report required repairs/maintenance.
• Maintain logbooks/records on mileage and report accidents promptly.
• Load and unload truck with minimal to no product loss.
• Clean exterior and inside the tanks of bulk milk trucks.
• Maintain excellent attendance and clean work habits.
• Climb ladders to check tank levels and cleanliness.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Truck safety knowledge

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Organized and detail-oriented

Independent work

Interaction with customers

Professional conduct

Logkeeping and reporting

Education

Milk Grader’s License training provided

Tools

Class 1 Driver’s License

Super B experience

Milk Grader’s License

Job description

The Bulk Milk Tanker Driver will rotate shifts with other drivers including weekends. They are responsible for operating a tractor with tanker in a safe and appropriate manner. Driver’s must conduct all activities in accordance with the Dairy Industry Act and Regulation and with company policies and procedures. All activities must also be completed in a respectful manner, towards customers, other drivers, the public, and management. Drivers must report any complaints and or respond in a courteous and respectful manner. One great opportunity that you will have as a Bulk Milk Tanker Driver is you will be home every single day.

Here is who you are…

Drive & motivation

• You are passionate about your work and dedicated to demonstrating the value of the company
• You are energized by a job well done and interacting and dealing with people
• You are responsible, self-motivated individual able to work with little supervision

Character & ABILITIES

• You are confident in your abilities and passionate about your pursuits
• You are respectful, honest, and trustworthy
• You demonstrate sound work ethic
• You can act professionally, responsibly and display appropriate behaviour in all situations
• You are organized and detail-oriented
• You maintain strong communication with peers, customers, Lead Hands/Route Forman

Knowledge & skills

• Knowledge of truck and equipment safety
• Maintain logbooks/records on mileage, report all accidents and turn paperwork in a timely manner
• You have excellent time and task management skills
• Effective writing, reading and communication skills

Experience

• You have a Class 1 drivers license to operate a tractor trailer
• You have successful experience in hauling Super B and unstable load
• You have successful experience working independently

Nice-to-Have

• Super B experience
• Experience in hauling unstable load

things you will do…

• Safe and efficient operation of bulk transport vehicle
• Adhere to safety practices and procedures
• Adhere to Dairy Industry Act and Regulations
• Adhere to applicable Transportation regulations, Occupational Health and Safety, and National Safety Code Regulations
• Maintain strong communication with peers, customers, and Lead Hand/Route foreman
• Fuel vehicle, check oil, and report required repairs/maintenance
• Maintain logbooks/records on mileage, report all accidents and turn paperwork in a timely manner
• Load and unload truck with minimal to no product loss
• Cleaning exterior and inside the tanks of bulk milk trucks
• Maintain excellent attendance along with clean work habits
• Climb ladders to the top of the bulk tanks to check tank levels and for cleanliness
• Perform other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Class 1 Driver’s License to operate and drive a tractor trailer – Super B experience preferred
• Experience hauling unstable loads
• Must obtain Milk Grader’s License (training will be provided)
• Must pass a company driving test and medical
• Reasonably clean drivers abstract