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IKO North America; Hadashville; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health plans

Retirement savings

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

IKO Industries Ltd. is hiring a Driver for Grizzly Transport Ltd. in Hadashville, Manitoba.

The role requires a valid Class 1 licence with Air Brake Endorsement and a clean driving record. You will perform pre-/post-trip inspections and ensure safe unloading at customer sites, while maintaining logs and coordinating with the office for on-time deliveries. Competitive wages are offered, along with health/dental plans and a retirement savings program.

Qualifications

• Valid and current Class 1 Driver’s license with Air Brake Endorsement.
• Driver’s License in good standing.
• Clean motor vehicle record.
• Ability to lift 50 to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Team player with good customer service skills.
• Ability to read, speak and write English.
• Minimum 2 years of driving experience with Air Brake Endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Inspect loaded truck for accuracy of order, compliance with weight restrictions, and proper securing of load.
• Perform DOT-required pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Inspect delivery site to ensure it is a safe unloading environment.
• Maintain accurate logs and records for submission to the office.
• Ensure safety of vehicle and compliance with regulations.
• Communicate regularly with office and dispatcher regarding delivery status and hazards.
• Be away on longer runs for extended periods.

Skills

Class 1 Driver’s license

Air Brake Endorsement

English literacy

Team player

Safety-minded

Job description

Now Hiring DRIVERS!

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!

D&W Forwarders Inc. is a leader in transportation offering reliable supply chain services to the manufacturing, mining, construction and retail industries. We proudly uphold our founders’ tradition of excellence by providing outstanding transportation solutions, carrying heavy building materials. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you! D&W Forwarders Inc. was established in 1953 with the purpose of providing outstanding transportation solutions to our clients. We offer heavy product/material transport throughout Canada with terminals in BC, Alberta, Manitoba, and Ontario.

We are currently seeking an experienced Driver to join our team at our D&W Forwarders Inc – Grizzly Transport Ltd. located in Hadashville, Manitoba.

LOCATION

Grizzly Transport Ltd., Rural Municipality of Reynolds, MB R0E 0X0

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive wages $20.00 - $23.00/hour
• Competitive health, dental and insurance plans
• Competitive matched retirement savings program
• The opportunity to join a continuously growing organization with focus on diversity and inclusion
• The opportunity to work with an industry leader in transportation

When You Join Us, You Will

• Inspect loaded truck for accuracy of order, compliance with weight restrictions, and proper securing of load. Verify load for accuracy.
• Perform DOT-required pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Learn about our company products and services.
• Inspect delivery site and ensure it is a safe environment to unload product to customer.
• Be compliant with all safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate records for submission to the office.
• Ensure safety of vehicle; report all mechanical problems promptly.
• Ensure safety and proper performance on company property, job site and in transit
• Wear proper safety attire.
• Communicate regularly with office to ensure timely product delivery at job site.
• Communicate with Dispatcher immediately with any concerns or potential hazards at the delivery site.
• Required to be away on longer runs for extended periods
• Address property-damage or personal injury occurrences immediately, including calling for medical attention, as needed.
• Keep the logbook up to date at all times, adhering to regulations.
• Provide quality service to customers using clear communication skills.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Valid and current Class 1 Driver’s license with Air Brake Endorsement
• Driver’s License in good standing order
• Clean motor vehicle record
• Ability to lift 50 to 75 pounds
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Team player with good customer service skills
• Ability to read, speak and write the English language
• Experience in driving off road
• Minimum 2 years of driving experience with Air Brake Endorsement

Benefits of Employment:

We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment:

D&W Forwarders Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

D&W Forwarders Inc. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities.

Benefits of Employment:

IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment:

IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.