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Join Our Team as a Heavy Truck Driver!

Company: PEXTRANS CONTAINER GROUP INC

Job Category: Transportation

Location: Lower Sackville, NS

Salary: $25.00 to $29.00 hourly (to be negotiated)

About the Job

Are you an experienced truck driver looking for an exciting opportunity? PEXTRANS CONTAINER GROUP INC is seeking dedicated and skilled Heavy Truck Drivers to join our dynamic team. This temporary position offers a chance to work in various locations, with the potential for relocation. If you have a passion for driving and a commitment to safety and professionalism, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service while on the road.
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods efficiently and safely.
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials.
• Conduct thorough inspections of the vehicle, including tires, lights, brakes, and cold storage.
• Perform brake adjustments and preventive maintenance as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of cargo information, hours of service, distance traveled, and fuel consumption.
• Ensure the safety and security of cargo through proper tarping techniques.
• Transport and handle dangerous goods in compliance with regulations.

Requirements

• Work Term: Temporary
• Work Language: English or French
• Hours: 60 to 70 hours per week
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 2 to 3 years or equivalent experience

Certificates and Licenses

• AZ class license
• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi-trailer trucks)
• Class 3/3F/DF Licence (trailer truck, vehicles with more than 3 axles)
• Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks, and other 2-axle vehicles)
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Attention to detail and ability to handle heavy loads.
• Physically demanding work with repetitive tasks.
• Willingness to work overtime and travel for extended periods.
• Ability to sit for long periods while driving.

Benefits

Health Benefits

• Health care plan

Financial Benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Group insurance benefits
• Mileage paid
• Night shift premium

Long-Term Benefits

• Long-term care insurance

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Team building opportunities
• Wellness program
• Travel insurance
• Variable or compressed work week

Join Us!

If you are ready to take the next step in your driving career and be part of a supportive and professional team, we encourage you to apply. At PEXTRANS CONTAINER GROUP INC, we value our drivers and are committed to providing a safe and rewarding work environment.

Disclaimer: Please note that the job posting you are about to read has been automatically generated by OpenAI based on a brief description sourced from the Job Bank.