truck driver

Birch Hill Construction Ltd.; City of Moncton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional trucking company in Moncton, New Brunswick, is seeking a Truck Driver responsible for operating various trucks, performing vehicle inspections, and transporting goods. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of relevant experience, a valid Class 1 or A driver's license, and the necessary certifications. Health benefits and financial benefits such as a pension plan are provided.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years driving experience.
• Valid Class 1 or A driver's license.
• Air Brakes Endorsement required.

Responsibilities

• Plan routes using navigation equipment.
• Drive trucks to transport goods.
• Perform vehicle inspections.

Skills

GPS Operation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS

Dump truck

Flatbed

Hydrovac

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience

Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years

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

Work setting

Various locations

Responsibilities

• 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
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
• 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
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• 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
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Dump truck
• Flatbed
• Hydrovac

Communication systems experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience

• Long-haul
• Short-haul

Additional information

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Pension plan