Class 5/Class 3 preferred Truck Driver / Located in HRM
Atlantic Explosives Limited is currently seeking a self-motivated energetic individual to join our team! We are looking for someone who is hard working, reliable and willing contribute in a variety of tasks.
Key Responsibilities & Priorities:
- Transportation of raw materials and packaged products in a safe and efficient manner, throughout HRN
- Positive attitude & Commitment to safety
- Comply with all legislation regarding:
- Safe operation
- Carriage of goods
- Driver's hours of service
- Occupational health and safety
- Transportation of dangerous goods
- Check vehicles before driving them to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
- Assist in loading and unloading of tractor
- Criminal record check & Clean Driver’s abstract must be provided upon hiring
Basic Requirment:
- Valid Class 3 Driver's License and a clean driver's abstract
- A safety conscious, reliable and positive teamwork attitude
- Minimum of two (2) years' experience driving
- Strong work ethic and ability to work independently
- Availability to work flexible hours
- Properly maintain equipment and tools
- Ensure clean job site
- Capability of lifting 50lbs
- Other Duties as required
General Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform periodic inspections before, during, and after delivery to ensure that load is properly fastened down and is secure
- Keep their truck, and associated equipment, clean and in good working order. Grease weekly.
- Report mechanical problems to the mechanic
- Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
- Check all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate.
- Record and maintain required documentation including driver logbook
This is a full-time opportunity with Market competitive wages. We offer an excellent benefits package including: health, Life Insurance & Long term-disability. Our company pension is class leading.
We appreciate all who apply, but only the chosen candidates will be contacted for an interview
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $48,085.00-$70,407.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay
Licence/Certification:
- Class 3 Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person