gravel truck driver

Government of Canada; Swan River; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency in Swan River is seeking a Truck Driver to operate and drive trucks for transporting goods. Responsibilities include vehicle inspection, cargo safety, and providing customer service. Candidates must hold an Air Brakes Endorsement and a Class 1 or A Driver's License. The position offers health benefits and free parking.

Benefits

Health benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of driving experience required.
• Must have Air Brakes Endorsement and a Class 1 or A Driver's License.
• Ability to handle heavy loads and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive trucks to transport goods.
• Perform vehicle inspections and maintenance.
• Provide customer service and ensure cargo safety.

Skills

Customer service professionalism

Load and unload goods

Vehicle inspection

Preventive maintenance

Communication with dispatch

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Straight or articulated trucks

CB radio

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• No degree, 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
• Heavy equipment

Responsibilities

• 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 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
• Provide customer service

Credentials, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

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

Type of trucking and equipment

• Dump truck
• Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

• Citizens band (CB) radio

Transportation/travel experience

• Local
• Short-haul

Additional information

• Driving record check (abstract)

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Ability to work independently

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

• Health benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available