Truck Driver (Farm)

Responsibilities

Drive lighter, special purpose trucks

Load and unload goods

Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials

Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment

Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle

Perform preventive maintenance

Credentials

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Driver's License (Class 3 or D)

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience and specialization

Driver logbook

Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Type of trucking and equipment

Flatbed

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

Tractor-trailer

Transportation/travel experience

Local

Long-haul

Provincial/territorial

Short-haul

Security and safety

Driver's validity licence check

Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

Drive manual transmission vehicle

Own transportation

Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Attention to detail

Handling heavy loads

Sitting

Own tools/equipment

Cellular phone

Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.