AT Tom MacDonald Trucking we welcome everyone with a Class 1 or A Driver’s License to apply. Whether you are a person with a disability, or come from a different culture we encourage everyone to apply no matter the disability, race, culture, beliefs, etc. We will do everything possible to accommodate everyone who wants to apply. Click the link below to apply now:
Job details
- Location Sydney, NS
- Workplace information On site
- Salary29.00 hourly / 32 to 60 hours per week Minimum wage is guaranteed
- Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 4 vacancies
- Source Job Bank #3262151
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
Experience an asset
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Green job Help – Green job – Help
The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
- 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
- Receive and relay information to central dispatch
- Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Driver’s License (Class 1 or A)
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
- Trans-border documentation
- Trip reports
Communication systems experience
- Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
- Trip recorder (on-board computer)
Transportation/travel experience
- International
- Long-haul
- Provincial/territorial
Additional information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- Overtime required
- Sitting