driver, transport

Kenan Courier and Logistics; Milton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in logistics is seeking dedicated truck drivers to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for transporting goods while ensuring safe and efficient operations. You will calculate repair costs, plan routes using GPS, and address customer concerns professionally. This position requires a valid driver's license and the ability to handle heavy loads. Join a supportive team where your hard work and reliability will be valued, and enjoy the opportunity to travel locally and nationally while contributing to a greener future by minimizing fuel consumption and carbon emissions.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in driving and logistics.
• Class 5/5F/G Licence required for operation of vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Calculate repair costs and adjust routes for efficiency.
• Drive trucks, load/unload goods, and ensure vehicle safety.
• Address customer complaints and perform roadside repairs.

Skills

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Judgement

Reliability

Team Player

Hardworking

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS Equipment

Truck

Job description

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Tasks

• Calculate the cost of truck repairs and new parts if needed
• 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
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles)

Transportation/travel experience

• Local
• National

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)
• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Gloves

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking