Class 1 Truck Driver - Bush Grinding - Fort St. James

Arrow Transportation Systems Inc.; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 111,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking transportation leader as a professional truck driver in beautiful Fort St. James, BC. This exciting role offers a competitive pay structure, full benefits, and the chance to work with new equipment in a supportive environment. Enjoy the balance of permanent full-time work with weekends off while being home every day. With a commitment to diversity and equal opportunity, this company values innovation and teamwork. If you have a Class 1 license and a passion for driving, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Pension

Full Benefits

Paid in-truck orientation

Boot allowance

Relocation assistance

Year-round work

Home every day

Qualifications

• Class 1 truck driver’s license with a minimum of 3 years of experience preferred.
• Experience with B train trailers and mountain driving is required.

Responsibilities

• Haul wood fibre locally in B train trailers while ensuring safety and compliance.
• Perform pre and post trip inspections and maintain accurate documentation.

Skills

Class 1 truck driver’s license

Mountain and Offroad driving experience

Tire chaining experience

Positive attitude

Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening

Tools

Truck cab computers

2-way radios

Job description

Overview

Over 100 years in business, the Arrow Group of Companies has led the way in developing service-focused transportation solutions by working with a broad range of customers, hauling a wider variety of products, and expanding our presence throughout Canada and the United States. Arrow is an industry-leading transportation, distribution and materials handling organization.

We are looking for professional truck drivers to join us and become part of our Arrow family in beautiful Fort St. James, BC.

Great people work here!

Arrow Transportation Awards:

• BC’s Top Employers for 2024
• Top Fleet Employer of Distinction for 2024 for 5+ Years
• Top 100 Fleet Canada 2024

For more information please visit Arrow Careers

We Offer

• Competitive Pay $37.08 - $42.08 per hour (trip rated); $111,500 - $127,200 annually
• Pension $1.25 per hour
• Full Benefits including dental, life insurance, pharmaceutical, vision care, chiropractor, massage, EAP, and more
• Permanent Full-Time work
• Monday to Friday; weekends off
• 12-14 hours per day
• Overtime available on the weekends
• Relocation assistance will be provided
• Paid in-truck orientation
• Boot allowance
• Year-round work
• New equipment
• Direct deposit pay
• Home every day

Out of Country applicants need not apply. We do not have an active LMIA at this time.

As advocates of equal opportunity, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We firmly believe that diversity fosters innovation and contributes to the success of Arrow.

Responsibilities

As an Arrow driver, you will be hauling wood fibre locally in B train trailers. Wood fibre is mainly comprised of wood chips, but we also haul sawdust and hogfuel. You will travel on various bush hauls in and around Fort St. James.

• Oversee cargo handling and secure loads, including equipment preparation, application of safe practices, compliance with applicable Acts and Regulations.
• Perform pre and post and en route trip inspections on equipment operated, ensuring safety, roadworthiness and regulatory compliance.
• Comply with applicable legislation including safe operation, load securement, driver's hours of service, occupational health and safety, transportation of dangerous goods, and weights and dimensions.
• Record, maintain and check all relevant paperwork (i.e. bill of lading) and documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate.
• Operate equipment such as truck cab computers, 2-way radios, and telephones to exchange necessary information with bases, dispatch, supervisors, or other drivers.
• Complete electronic logs of working hours and of vehicle service and repair status.
• Ensure that all customers, co-workers and the public are dealt with professionally and with respect.

You Possess

• Class 1 truck driver’s license
• A minimum of 3 years of Class 1 experience driving a logging truck is preferred
• B train or equivalent, Mountain and Offroad driving experience is required
• Tire chaining experience is required
• Mountain driving experience is an asset
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening
• A positive attitude
• Driver's abstract with no suspensions
• At least two job references