truck driver

JETTRUCKING LIMITED; Hammonds Plains; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trucking company in Hammonds Plains, Nova Scotia, is seeking a Truck Driver to operate and maintain commercial vehicles. The role involves planning routes, performing inspections, and handling cargo safely. Candidates must have an AZ class license and relevant experience in trucking. This position offers a permanent contract with competitive hours and benefits.

Benefits

Parking available

Qualifications

• 7 months to less than 1 year of relevant experience.
• AZ class license and Air Brakes Endorsement required.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance on vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Plan or adjust routes using navigation devices.
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks.
• Perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip vehicle inspections.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Reliability

Judgement

Patience

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS equipment

Steel-toed safety boots

Cellular phone

Safety vest

Gloves

Tools

Job description

Job Information

• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 35 to 40 hours per week
• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience : 7 months to less than 1 year

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
• 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
• 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
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

Certifications, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

• AZ class license
• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation Knowledge

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

Type of Trucking and Equipment

• Dump truck
• Tractor-trailer

Communication Systems Experience

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

Security and Safety

• Valid passport
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation / Travel Information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Valid driver's licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Weight Handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own Tools / Equipment

• Cellular phone
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Tools
• Safety vest
• Gloves

Personal Suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Patience

Screening Questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Other Benefits

• Parking available