JOB DESCRIPTION
Cavendish Farms is looking for Farm Truck Drivers, Class 3A for a period of 4-5 weeks. Expected start date is end of September. The exact start date and period of work will be dependent on weather and business needs.
Work Schedule : Working for a farming operation, workers must be available to work up to 12 hours a day, weekdays and weekends.
Wages: $22.73 - $24 depending on the experience
Work location: New Annan, PE
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely operating tandem trucks with a gross vehicle weight over 55,000 pounds
• Performing pre-trip checks and documentation, requesting maintenance and repairs as needed
• Effectively communicate with coworkers and management to ensure safety and the ability to plan work around harvest operations
• Operate truck in field in variable conditions beside harvester as potatoes are dug and loaded at the same time
• Understand and comply with all provincial road rules
• Apply a high attention to detail in order to ensure the best results
• Contribute to the team's goals and provide feedback on how to better operations
• Flexible schedule to accommodate harvest weather windows
• All other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Class 3A driver license
• Clean Driver's Abstract
• Farm experience and bulk hauling experience is an asset
• Able to lift 50lbs regularly
• Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Mechanical aptitude
• Availability to work extended hours, evenings and weekends