Class 1 Local Driver

The Erb Group; Vaudreuil-Dorion; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Erb Group is seeking an AZ Local Driver to operate across terminal locations and deliver freight to our customers. You will sign in, adhere to schedules, and ensure safe handling of cargo with daily home time.

You must pass drug and health screenings, maintain required licenses, and comply with hours-of-service rules. PPE is provided, and you will participate in safety meetings and company training.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year verifiable driving experience on AZ/Class 1 license required.
• Pass pre-employment drug test and health survey.
• CVOR, Driver abstract and a copy of a drivers license must be provided at time of interview.
• Criminal record check will be required.
• Required to wear PPE (provided by The Erb Group).

Responsibilities

• Drive safely in all types of road and weather conditions and temperatures.
• Deliver freight as per schedule and company policy.
• Communicate with dispatch regarding pickups, deliveries or inquiries.
• Perform pre-trip inspection and ensure equipment is in safe working order.
• Communicate with shop when maintenance is required.
• Familiar with and comply to all hours of service and regulations for all jurisdictions.
• Ensure freight is properly identified / labelled.
• Load and unload freight in a safe, accurate and professional manner.
• Operate the onboard telematic device (ELD) for communication with dispatch.
• Attend Driver Safety meetings.
• All other duties as required.

Skills

AZ license

Safe driving

Pre-trip inspection

Paperwork accuracy

Dispatch communication

Hours of service compliance

Tools

Telematics device

Job description

SUMMARY

Valid AZ/Class 1 license required. Drive to various locations to deliver and/or pick up product. Move freight between terminal locations. Fill out all required paperwork. Represent Erb Transport professionally and give the best customer service possible.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible to drive safely in all types of road and weather conditions and temperatures.
• Responsible to deliver freight as per schedule and company policy.
• Communicate with dispatch according to department procedures regarding pickups, deliveries or inquires.
• Responsible for a required pre-trip inspection ensuring equipment is in safe working order.
• Communicate with shop when maintenance is required.
• Familiar with and carry out all required paperwork according to company policy.
• Familiar with and comply to all hours of service and any other regulations for all jurisdictions operated in.
• Responsible to ensure freight is properly identified / labelled.
• Responsible for loading and unloading of product in a safe, accurate and professional manner.
• Familiar with operations of The Erb Group and comply with company regulations.
• Responsible for the operation of the onboard telematic device which includes the electronic log and communication system for communication with dispatch.
• Responsible to attend Driver Safety meetings.
• All other duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 1 year verifiable driving experience on AZ/Class 1 license required.
• Meet the licensing requirements for the specific job opening.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and health survey.
• CVOR, Driver abstract and a copy of a drivers license must be provided at time of interview.
• Employment reference check will be completed.
• Criminal record check will be required.
• Required to wear PPE (provided by The Erb Group).

WORKING CONDITIONS

May vary from terminal to terminal, but primarily will be:

• The Erb Group is a 24/7 Operation, with runs departing daily.
• Departure times will vary and will be determined by H.O.S. regulations.
• There is no set end time on any given day and work can be up to and including the HOS regulations.
• Drivers can sign up for bid run when posted, if interested, and will be awarded on a seniority bases. Drivers not on a bid run will be considered an Open Board Driver
• Open board drivers are not assigned to a particular dedicated run. These drivers are assigned to runs as dispatched.

AZ Local Drivers:

• Some slip seating may be required.
• May be required to be gone overnight on occasion, but typically makes it home at the end of each shift.
• Will be required to operate DZ units