Work location
- Lakeside, NS B3T 1M1 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.
- Load and unload goods
- Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
- Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
- Receive and relay information to central dispatch
Documentation knowledge
- Driver logbook
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
- Trip reports
Weight handling
- Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
Requirements
Languages: English
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Class 3/3F/DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles)
- Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
- Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Type of trucking and equipment
- Refrigerated
- Tractor-trailer
Security and safety
- Bondable
- Criminal record check
- Driving record check (abstract)
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Handling heavy loads
- Physically demanding
- Repetitive tasks
Own tools/equipment
- 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
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Paramedical services coverage
- Vision care benefits
Financial benefits
- Group insurance benefits
- Life insurance
- Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
Other benefits
- Other benefits
About Armstrong FoodService
How to apply
Apply online at canadacareers.jobs/jobs/truck-driver-lakeside-i6l4/go