Full-Time Fulltime Driver, Truck in Halifax
Job Description
Languages
English Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificateCredentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Driver’s License (Class 3 or D); Air Brake (Z) EndorsementDocumentation Knowledge
Accident or incident reports; Maintenance and repair reports; Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip); Driver logbookExperience
2 years to less than 3 yearsCommunication Systems Experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipmentAdditional Skills
Professionalism in customer serviceWeight Handling
Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)Specific Skills
Perform preventive maintenance; Load and unload goods; Receive and relay information to central dispatch; Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipmentSecurity and Safety
Driving record check (abstract); Drug test; Criminal record check; Basic security clearanceOwn Tools/Equipment
Steel-toed safety bootsTransportation/Travel Information
Willing to travel overnight; Valid driver’s licence; Travel expenses paid by employerWork Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Large workload; Overtime requiredType of Trucking and Equipment
Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)Transportation/Travel Experience
LocalPersonal Suitability
Effective interpersonal skills; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Reliability; Organized