Class 1 Truck Driver

Are you tired of being away from home for long stretches of time? Do you want to be home for dinner every evening? If so, we have a City position waiting for you!

We are in need of a permanent, full-time truck driver to operate tractor-trailer combinations or tandem axle trucks within the city. Combos include flat deck, dry van, end dump, roll-offs, and B-Trains. Tandems include load-lugger and roll-off work. Drivers will be required to strap or chain down loads and are required to use automated routing equipment.A valid Class 1 driver's license and clean drivers abstract are required.

Our truck drivers work in the (non-smoking) cab of the truck while driving and outside when needed to load or unload. They can encounter all kinds of road, weather and traffic conditions. Truck drivers report to and are dispatched by the Logistics Manager and generally work independently while away from the office/yard.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cargo handling and securing loads, including equipment preparation, application of safe practices and compliance with applicable Acts and regulations
• Perform pre-trip inspections on equipment
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
• Perform periodic inspections and clean-up before, during and after delivery to ensure that load is properly secured
• Comply with applicable legislation including safe operation, carriage of goods, driver's hours of service, occupational health and safety, transportation of dangerous goods and weights and dimensions
• Communicate effectively with the public, customers, and co-workers both verbally and in written form.
• Deliver load and proper paperwork to our customers in a courteous and timely manner
• Maintain trucks (i.e. greasing, washing) overall service and perform required inspections
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Valid Class 1 driver's license and a good driving record; a current clean drivers abstract will be required
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience
• Strong technology skills are required for logs and apps
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance
• Demonstrate good oral and written English communication abilities IS A MUST
• Exceptional organizational abilities with strong time management skills
• Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 100 pounds
• A positive attitude and ability to provide excellent customer service
• High level of personal integrity
• Strong work ethic and ability to follow directions
• Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to work with little supervision; must be self-directed
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Certificate/training on transportation of dangerous goods is required
• Certification from recognized Truck Driving School would be an asset

Work Conditions & Additional Information:

• Work location:550 Messier St., Winnipeg, MB R2J 0G5
• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am 4:30pm, some overtime & weekends as required
• Home at night, with exception of the potential for an occasional trip outside city limits
• Permanent full-time position with competitive wages and benefits
• Will be required to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Lifting, tarping, and climbing may be required
• Own tools/equipment required: Steel-toed safety boots

We welcome applications from all interested individuals; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.