driver, truck

Government of Canada; Saint-Gédéon; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government entity located in Quebec is seeking a Truck Driver responsible for transporting goods and ensuring vehicle safety. Candidates must have a valid Class 1 or A driver's license and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience. The position requires attention to detail, reliable communication skills, and the ability to handle heavy loads. This is an on-site role with no remote work options available and benefits include health care and life insurance.

Benefits

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Long-term care insurance

Parking available

Qualifications

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A) required.
• 1 to 2 years of driving experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel overnight.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods.
• Operate and drive trucks to transport goods.
• Perform emergency roadside repairs.
• Conduct inspections of the vehicle.
• Ensure safety and security of cargo.

Skills

Attention to detail

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Reliability

Hardworking

Education

Other trades certificate or diploma

Tools

Cellular phone

Job description

Overview

Languages: French

Education

• Other trades certificate or diploma

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On Site

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

Work Site Environment

• Dusty

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Credentials

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and Specialization

• Grains

Type of Trucking and Equipment

• Dry bulk
• Dump truck
• Liquid bulk

Transportation/Travel Experience

• Provincial/territorial

Additional Information

Security and Safety

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

Transportation/Travel Information

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

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Sitting

Own Tools/Equipment

• Cellular phone

Personal Suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Organized
• Reliability
• Hardworking

Benefits

Health Benefits

• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage

Financial Benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Long Term Benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other Benefits

• Parking available