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Truck driver

Armstrong FoodService - 3 Jobs
Kingston, NS
Posted 2 days ago
Job Details:
$19.00 - $20.00 / hour
Full-time
Entry Level
Benefits:
Health Insurance

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Join Our Team as a Truck Driver at Armstrong FoodService!

Are you an experienced truck driver looking for a rewarding opportunity? Look no further! Armstrong FoodService is seeking dedicated and professional individuals to join our transportation team in Kingston, NS. If you have a passion for driving and delivering exceptional customer service, we want to hear from you!

About the Job

This is a permanent position offering 40 to 42.5 hours of work per week. As a truck driver, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and timely delivery of goods while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide outstanding customer service with professionalism.
  • Load and unload goods efficiently and safely.
  • Inspect vehicle conditions, including tires, lights, brakes, and cold storage equipment.
  • Conduct pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections, overseeing all aspects of the vehicle.
  • Communicate effectively with central dispatch to relay important information.

Requirements

  • Work Term: Permanent
  • Work Language: English
  • Hours: 40 to 42.5 hours per week
  • Education: No degree, certificate, or diploma required
  • Experience: 3 to 5 years of driving experience

Certificates, Licences, and Documentation

  • Air Brakes Endorsement
  • Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
  • Knowledge of driver logbooks, inspection reports, and trip reports

Type of Trucking and Equipment

  • Refrigerated trucking
  • Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)

Security and Safety

  • Must be bondable
  • Criminal record check required
  • Driving record check (abstract) required

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

  • Ability to handle heavy loads
  • Physically demanding work environment

Weight Handling

  • Must be able to lift up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal Suitability

  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication
  • Flexibility and good judgment
  • Organized and reliable
  • Team player

Health and Financial Benefits

At Armstrong FoodService, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Health Benefits:
    • Dental plan
    • Disability benefits
    • Health care plan
    • Paramedical services coverage
    • Vision care benefits
  • Financial Benefits:
    • Group insurance benefits
    • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
  • Other Benefits: Additional benefits available

Salary

The hourly wage for this position ranges from $19.00 to $20.00, negotiable based on experience.

Location

This position is based in Kingston, NS.

If you are ready to take the next step in your driving career and join a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply!

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.

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