Driver, transport Full-time Job
Jan 25th, 2024 at 07:32 Transportation & Logistics St. John's 155 views Reference: 4184Job Details
Requirements:
Languages
English
Education
- Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience
Experience an asset
On the road job
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
Work setting
- Various locations
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Professionalism in customer service
- Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
- 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
- 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
- Transport and handle dangerous goods
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
- Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
- Bill of lading
- Driver logbook
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
- Maintenance and repair reports
- Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
- Dry bulk
- Refrigerated
- Tractor-trailer
Communication systems experience
- Citizens band (CB) radio
- Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
- Trip recorder (on-board computer)
Transportation/travel experience
- Local
- Long-haul
- Provincial/territorial
- Short-haul
Additional information
Security and safety
- Bondable
- Criminal record check
- Driver's validity licence check
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Drug test
Transportation/travel information
- Drive manual transmission vehicle
- Own transportation
- 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
- Sitting
Weight handling
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
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
- Hardworking
Benefits
Health benefits
- Dental plan
- Health care plan
- Vision care benefits
How to apply
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details
By email
By phone
709-571-9379 Between 09:00 a.m. and 05:00 p.m.
Company Description
Welcome to Ellsworth & Son Trucking Inc.
We are fully insured & bonded and have been in the excavating business for over 50 years. Ellsworth & Son Trucking has earned a solid reputation for honesty, integrity and outstanding performance. We service the Adirondack area of Upstate New York including the Saratoga, Queensbury and Glens Falls regions. Ellsworth & Son Excavating specializes in residential, commercial, and industrial excavation, site development, septic systems, trucking, storm water, and demolition services. With our vast array of new and modern equipment we have the right one for your excavating job. Whatever your needs give us a call today!
We are fully insured & bonded and have been in the excavating business for over 50 years. Ellsworth & Son Trucking has earned a solid reputation for honesty, integrity and outstanding performance. We service the Adirondack area of Upstate New York including the Saratoga, Queensbury and Glens Falls regions. Ellsworth & Son Excavating specializes in residential, commercial, and industrial excavation, site development, septic systems, trucking, storm water, and demolition services. With our vast array of new and modern equipment we have the right one for your excavating job. Whatever your needs give us a call today!
