Class 1 and 3 Transport Driver

ABOUT THE COMPANY                                                   

We are committed to addressing the specific transportation needs of our customers, from local courier service in the Halifax Regional Municipality to expedited and TL (full load) transportation in Atlantic Canada. We are committed to analyzing costs of various transport methods for you so that you get the best price possible and delivery on time. Our objective is to work with our customers to determine what can be done to create a timely and cost-effective shipping program. With our comprehensive and competitive service across Atlantic Canada we can offer solutions that allow your shipping activities to run smoothly. For full details on our company, visit our website at https://www.bestwaypro-can.com/

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Vacancies: 2

Language: English (required)

Education: Secondary school

Work experience: 3 years or more commercial transportation experience

Wages: $30.00/hour

Additional benefits:

• Workers’ compensation insurance
• Extended medical insurance (Dental plan, vision care benefits, health care plan)
• Group insurance benefits
• Night shift premium
• Pension plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday (weekends available on call)
• Minimum 30 hours per week
• Expectation 30-40 hours per week

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Transportation: Transportation will not be provided by the employer

Relocation Costs: Relocation costs not covered by the employer

Personal Suitability:

• Accurate
• Organized
• Judgment
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hard working
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Job duties and required skills:

➢ Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections on tractors and trailers

➢ Safely drive newer and fully serviced equipment to transport goods and materials

➢ Follow policies and procedures to ensure safe deliveries at all times

➢ Maintain truck cleanliness inside and out

➢ Load and unload goods

➢ Receive and relay information to central dispatch

➢ Professional in customer service

Certification required

• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Class 3/3F/DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles)
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check
• Driver’s validity licence check
• Driving record (abstract)
• Drug test
• Medical exam

Experience required

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

Types of Trucking and equipment

• Flatbed
• Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
• Tractor-trailer
• Tractor-trailer A train

Work Setting:

• Trucking Company

Work Location: 105 Akerley Blvd., Dartmouth, Nove Scotia, Canada B3B 1R7

Work remotely: No

Intended job posting audience:

Only persons who are Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and legally entitled to work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, do not apply as the employer will not consider your application.

How to apply: Send the following information by email at steve@bestwaypro-can.com  

• Resume
• Reference letter(s) attesting the work experience

Bestway Pro Can Trucking Services Ltd. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.