fuel oil truck driver

T & M Lindsay Haulage Inc.; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated truck driver with a strong commitment to safety and efficiency. In this role, you will operate various trucks, ensuring timely transport of goods while adhering to safety regulations. Your expertise in route planning and vehicle maintenance will be crucial in minimizing fuel consumption and carbon emissions. This position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for training and development. If you are a reliable team player with a passion for driving and customer service, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in the logistics sector.

Benefits

Free parking available

Learning/training paid by employer

Parking available

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in driving and operating heavy vehicles.
• Valid AZ class license and various driving certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive trucks to transport goods and materials.
• Plan routes to minimize fuel consumption and ensure safety.
• Inspect vehicle conditions and perform emergency repairs.

Skills

Customer Service

Route Planning

Heavy Load Handling

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Global Positioning Systems (GPS)

Tractor-trailer

Job description

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tasks

• 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
• Professionalism in customer service
• 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
• 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
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AZ class license
• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Class 3/3F/DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles)
• Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles)
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Dangerous goods occurrence reports
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Tractor-trailer

Transportation/travel experience

• Local
• Regional

Area of specialization

• Standard transmission

Security and safety

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

Transportation/travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Own transportation
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

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

Experience

• 3 years to less than 5 years

Long term benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Parking available

Support for Veterans

• Supports Veterans in translating their military skills and experience into the language of the civilian job market