Night Shift Class 1 Yard Shunt Driver – $1,500 Sign-On

CareerBeacon; Truro; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety bonus

Health plan

RRSP match

Uniforms provided

Training & advancement

Wellness reimbursements

Paid vacation

Job summary

Midland Transport is seeking a Class 1 Yard Shunt Driver based in Truro, NS. The role involves moving trailers safely in the terminal, with a $1,500 sign-on bonus and a shift from 23:30 to 08:00, Sun-Thurs.

The position offers competitive pay at $26.00 per hour, a safety bonus, health plan, RRSP matching, paid uniforms, ongoing training, and a supportive work environment with 3 weeks of paid vacation.

Qualifications

• High School or GED
• Class 1 license with at least 2 years of safe tractor driving experience
• Clean driving abstract and criminal search
• Good communication skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to lift up to 75 lbs with proper equipment
• Excellent work ethic and reliability
• Safety conscious

Responsibilities

• Moving trailers within the terminal safely and efficiently
• Refuel refrigerated units as required
• Perform routine checks on reefers and yard checks
• Maintain company equipment standards
• Ensure timely movement of trailers to assigned locations
• Communicate effectively with the Supervisor
• Report any incident, accident, injury, or damage immediately

Job description

Midland Transport is seeking a Class 1 Yard Shunt Driver based in Truro, NS. The role involves moving trailers safely in the terminal, with a $1,500 sign-on bonus and a shift from 23:30 to 08:00, Sun-Thurs.

The position offers competitive pay at $26.00 per hour, a safety bonus, health plan, RRSP matching, paid uniforms, ongoing training, and a supportive work environment with 3 weeks of paid vacation.