Driver

Transportation East Inc.; Montague; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation East Inc. in Montague, PEI is seeking a Driver with knowledge of hydraulic ramp-lift systems. Training will be provided, and you must hold a Class 4 license or be willing to obtain one at your expense.

A clean driving abstract and vulnerable person check are mandatory, with over five years of driving experience considered an asset. Responsibilities include time management, safety, client transport, van cleaning, and reporting issues to the Coordinator.

Qualifications

• Essential skills include oral communication, problem solving, reading and teamwork.
• Knowledge of road safety laws and defensive driving is expected.
• Active listening, safety monitoring and accurate reporting are required.

Responsibilities

• Time Management & Flexibility: coordinate client schedules and adapt to changes.
• Safety: ensure safe arrivals and departures and assist clients as needed.
• Support: meet client transportation needs with respect and dignity.
• Van Cleaning Duties: clean interior/exterior, monitor van condition and fluids.

Skills

Oral Communication

Problem Solving

Reading

Working with Others

Job description

Transportation East requires a Driver understanding the mechanics of a hydraulic ramp-lift system. (Training will be Provided) Must have Class 4 driver’s license or willing to obtain one at driver’s expense. More than 5 year’s driving experience is an asset, a clean driver’s abstract and criminal record check with vulnerable person check is mandatory.

Other duties include:

Time Management & Flexibility: To maintain client’s schedule . Being able to accommodate changes quickly and easily.
Safety: To ensure safe arrival and departures to expected locations offering personal assists (physical and non-physical) when required. Able to make adjustments in inclement weather.
Support: To ensure client transportation needs are met and treated with respect and dignity.
Van Cleaning Duties: Routine cleaning of high-touch areas. Washing, vacuum, windows, other interior and exterior cleaning or as needed.
To Ensure van(s) are in top working order and maintained including gas and all fluids, oil checks, tires, lights, and seasonal requirements.
Documenting tasks and mileage/schedule completed and reporting issues to Coordinator.

Knowledge and Skills:

Road Safety Laws: To ensure full knowledge and recognition of laws and defensive driving practices
Operation and Control— Controlling operations of equipment or systems in a safe and defensive manner.
Active Listening— Giving attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand full request or direction.
Operation Monitoring — Pre-trip inspections, monitoring gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Judgment and Decision Making— Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Salary for this position is $20.00 per hour plus 4% vacation pay.

Tagged as: 75200

Essential Skills:

• Oral Communication
• Problem Solving
• Reading
• Working with Others

Soft Skills:

• Critical Thinking
• Organization
• Punctuality
• Time Management

Hard Skills:

• Customer Service
• Transportation Services

Digital Skills:

• Email
• Google Chrome
• Google Drive
• Microsoft Word

Languages:

• English