Class 5 Driver

Emterra Group; Victoria; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Nova Scotia is seeking a dedicated driver to operate collection vehicles and provide exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include driving a 5 ton truck, observing safety practices, and ensuring timely route completion. Applicants must have a valid Class 5 license and be able to lift up to 50lbs. Join an organization recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, offering competitive wages and comprehensive health benefits.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Valid Class 5 driver's license required.
• Experience driving a 5 ton truck is essential.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs is a must.

Responsibilities

• Drive and load organics and recycling collection vehicle.
• Observe safe work practices.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Conduct pre and post trip inspections.

Skills

Valid Class 5 with a clean driver record

Experience of driving a 5 ton Truck

Professional experience driving with required license

Ability to lift up to 50lbs

Punctual, reliable, team player

Job description

Who We Are

Emterra Group is a dynamic, growth-oriented group of companies focused on delivering safe services that support diversion and a circular economy through collection and processing of recyclable materials. With safety and service as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in advancing safety. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC), and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE).

Position Description

• Drive and load organics and recycling collection vehicle (cube van with power liftgate);
• Observe safe work practices;
• Provide excellent customer service in accordance with company policies;
• Ensure assigned routes are successfully completed in a timely and safe manner;
• Conduct pre and post trip inspections and complete Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.

Skills & Qualification

• Valid Class 5 with a clean driver record;
• Experience of driving a 5 ton Truck
• Professional experience driving with required licence;
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs;
• Able to successfully pass a background check consisting of a medical/drug test, criminal history search, license verification and employment confirmation.
• Punctual, reliable, team player:

Reasons to Apply, Stay and Grow with Emterra Group

• Opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers!
• Competitive wages!
• Comprehensive health benefits (health, dental, and more depending on what you choose)!
• Employee Assistance Program, paid for by the company!
• Be part of an entrepreneurial organization that wants to continue to learn and grow!
• Ability to have an impact and make a change!

Are you ready to jumpstart your career by joining one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and become part of the environmental solution? If so, apply now! We appreciate all applicants who apply however only those who are qualified, will be contacted.

Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case‑by‑case basis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.