Work location
- Sydney, NS B1P 5T4 Open in Google Maps
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Job description
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Green job
The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.
- Address customers' complaints or concerns
- Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
- Professionalism in customer service
- Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
- 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
- Pay and receive payments for goods
- 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
Documentation knowledge
- Driver logbook
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
- Maintenance and repair reports
- Trip reports
Communication systems experience
- Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience
- Local
- Long-haul
- Provincial/territorial
- Short-haul
Requirements
Languages: English
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- CPR Certificate
- Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
- First Aid Certificate
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
Type of trucking and equipment
- Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
Security and safety
- Basic security clearance
- Bondable
- Criminal record check
- Driver's validity licence check
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Drug test
Transportation/travel information
- Own transportation
- Own vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
- Willing to travel for extended periods
- Willing to travel overnight
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Attention to detail
- Handling heavy loads
- Large workload
- Physically demanding
- Repetitive tasks
- Sitting
Own tools/equipment
- Cellular phone
- Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral communication
- Excellent written communication
- Flexibility
- Judgement
- Organized
- Reliability
- Team player
Who can apply
- a Canadian citizen
- a permanent resident of Canada
- a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit
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How to apply
Apply online at canadacareers.jobs/jobs/moving-van-driver-sydney-erfn/go