truck driver

Acumen Logistics Ltd; Delta; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Delta is seeking a professional driver for a permanent position. You will plan routes, drive special purpose trucks, and ensure exceptional customer service. Candidates must have a secondary school graduation certificate and experience in transportation. Work hours range from 30 to 40 per week with a focus on safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• 1 to less than 7 months of experience.
• Professionalism in customer service.
• Ability to transport and handle dangerous goods.

Responsibilities

• Plan or adjust routes using navigation devices.
• Drive lighter, special purpose trucks.
• Load and unload goods.
• Oversee vehicle condition and perform inspections.
• Record cargo information and fuel consumption.

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience: 1 to less than 7 months

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
• Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
• 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 brake adjustments
• 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
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week