gravel truck driver

N.S. CONSTRUCTION CARRIERS LIMITED; Port Hawkesbury; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A transportation company in Port Hawkesbury seeks a truck driver for seasonal work leading to full-time. The role involves vehicle inspection, cargo management, and travel across regions. Candidates must hold a valid Class 3 license and have CPR and First Aid certifications. Flexibility and teamwork are critical, with potential travel requirements and various work environments.

Benefits

Learning/training paid by employer

Other benefits

Qualifications

• Class 3/3F/DF Licence required.
• CPR and First Aid Certificates needed.
• Experience with dump trucks and tractor-trailers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect all equipment.
• Perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections.
• Record cargo information, distances, and fuel consumption.

Skills

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Tools

GPS (Global Positioning System)

Citizens band (CB) radio

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Job details

• Location Port Hawkesbury, NS B9A 3K5
• Work location On the road
• Salary 24.00 to 25.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 25 to 55 hours per week
• Terms of employment Seasonal employment Part time leading to full time
• Early morning, Day, Evening, On call, Flexible hours, To be determined

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Responsibilities

• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Class 3/3F/DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles)
• CPR Certificate
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
• First Aid Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Dump truck
• Tractor-trailer
• Citizens band (CB) radio
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience

• Local
• Regional

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Paramedical services coverage

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-09-30

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