class 3 truck driver

Government of Canada; Town of Berwick; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated truck drivers to join their team. This role involves operating and maintaining trucks, planning efficient routes, and ensuring excellent customer service. Candidates should be prepared for a physically demanding position that requires attention to detail and the ability to handle heavy loads. The company offers a supportive environment with various health benefits and opportunities for professional growth. If you're a reliable team player with a passion for driving, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Dental Plan

Health Care Plan

Vision Care Benefits

Free Parking Available

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Qualifications

• Must have Air Brakes Endorsement and Class 3/3F/DF Licence.
• Experience with accident reports and driver logbooks is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan routes to minimize fuel consumption and address customer complaints.
• Operate trucks, perform inspections, and ensure cargo safety.

Skills

Customer Service

Route Planning

Driving

Heavy Load Handling

Communication Skills

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

GPS Equipment

Truck

Cellular Phone

Safety Equipment

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

Will train

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
• Address customers' complaints or concerns
• Professionalism in customer service
• 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
• Pay and receive payments for goods
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• 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
• Class 3/3F/DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles)
• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)

Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Tow truck

Communication systems experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience

• Local

Additional information Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Cellular phone
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety vest
• Gloves

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking
• Patience

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available