Truck Driver

Vest Tube; Vernon; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company in Canada seeks flatbed drivers responsible for delivering cargo on time, performing vehicle inspections, and completing necessary paperwork. The role requires a valid Class A drivers license and 3 years of experience in commercial driving with heavy loads. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. This full-time position will require the drivers to operate safely and efficiently under varying conditions.

Qualifications

• 3 years of commercial driving experience with heavy loads.
• Valid State Class A Drivers License.
• Knowledge of driving rules for semi-trucks.

Responsibilities

• Drive a Class A Truck and inspect it regularly.
• Complete inspection verification sheets.
• Check and secure loads for transportation.

Skills

Ability to safely operate a flatbed

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in GPS

Bilingual English / Spanish

Education

High School diploma or GED

3 years commercial driving experience

Tools

Class A Drivers License

Forklift Operation Certification

Job description

Job Summary

Vest Tube LLC flatbed drivers are responsible for delivering cargo on time and completing necessary paperwork including delivery receipts and OTR hauls.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Drive a Class A Truck
• Inspect truck to ensure it is in proper running order
• Complete an inspection verification sheet
• Report any problems to the appropriate personnel.
• Verifies load matches Bill of Lading
• Check flatbed to ensure everything is in good working order ensures tires are properly inflated and the load is correctly set for transportation.
• Strap down the load and tarp the load if needed.
• Driver confirms if client has an appointment for their arrival or not.
• Plans Driving routes for greatest efficiency
• Monitor road conditions and watch for traffic congestion
• Keep accurate records of mileage fuel consumption and delivery time
• May be responsible for picking up materials as needed from other suppliers.
• On occasion maybe asked to load or unload their own flatbed.
• May interact with customers answering questions collecting payments and providing updates on delivery status.
• Safely operates the truck in adherence to all traffic laws federal state and local regulations.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Required Skills

• Ability to safely operate a flatbed and secure various types of cargo
• Must be able to work independently or as part of a team
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Attention to detail dependability professionalism and a great work ethic
• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality per the posted schedule for their shift
• Leads and promotes health and safety work practices as required by regulatory agencies and company policy
• Knowledge of driving rules for semi-trucks.
• Proficiency in using GPS for efficient route planning
• Bilingual English / Spanish preferred

Certifications Licenses and Registrations

• Valid State Class A Drivers License
• Has a clean driving record
• Forklift Operation Certification
• Ability to successfully pass Drug Screen and background check in accordance to DOT regulations

Education and Experience

• 3 yrs commercial driving experience driving a flatbed truck with heavy loads.
• High School diploma or GED

Physical Demands

N (Not Applicable)

Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally)

Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs / day)

F (Frequently)

Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs / day)

C (Constantly)

Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs / day)

ACTIVITY

REQUIRED on a daily or weekly basis

Standing

Walking

Sitting

Lifting

Carrying

Pushing (Note : full body weight needed when tightening straps on load using a crowbar)

Pulling

Climbing

Balancing

Stooping Kneeling Crouching Crawling

Reaching

Handling

Repetitive Motion (e.g.10-key use of keyboard use of hand tools)

Fine Dexterity / Motor Skills

Speaking

Hearing

Seeing

Other Physical Requirements : Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers clients and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10s and 100s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement volume and distance.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed mostly performed outdoors and in a Truck Cab. Work may require employee to be in an environment where the noise level may be loud with some exposure to fumes. Employee will be required to wear the appropriate PPE.

N (Not Applicable)

Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally)

Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs / day)

F (Frequently)

Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs / day)

C (Constantly)

Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs / day)

Work Condition

Applies to the position

Work near moving mechanical parts

Work in high precarious places

Fumes or airborne particles

Toxic or caustic chemicals

Outdoor weather conditions

Wet or humid conditions non-weather wet floors

Extreme heat / cold non-weather

Risk of Electrical Shock

Risk of Radiation

Vibrations

Loud noise level (indicate source : When operating a forklift to load or unload truck )

Wearing specialized PPE (e.g. googles gloves etc.) Indicate type : Slip Resistant Steel Toe Boots Hard Hat when loading / unloading Ear Plugs & Gloves

VEST Inc. is an EEO / AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability or any other basis protected by federal state or local law.

Key Skills

Inventory Control,Basic Math,Paratransit,Tanker Experience,Van Driver,Box Truck Experience,Commercial Driving,Commercial Vehicle Experience,Delivery Driver Experience,Manual Transmission Experience,Driving,Heavy Lifting

Employment Type

Full Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1