truck driver

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

Job summary

A governmental organization in Halifax is seeking a skilled truck driver to perform emergency repairs, vehicle inspections, and preventive maintenance. The role requires at least 3 years of experience and a Class 1 or A Driver's License. Applicants must be physically capable of demanding tasks and demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills. Competitive benefits include a dental plan and a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), along with free parking.

Benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience in trucking.
• Valid Driver's License (Class 1 or A) required.
• Experience with flatbed and tractor-trailer equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform emergency roadside repairs.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and oversee maintenance.
• Record cargo and travel details.

Skills

Attention to detail

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Hardworking

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

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.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Perform preventive maintenance
• 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

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge

• Bill of lading
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Flatbed
• Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

• Citizens band (CB) radio

Transportation/travel experience

• Local
• Provincial/territorial

Additional information Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel for extended periods

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Physically demanding
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other benefits

• Free parking available