Location: Burnaby, BC

Salary: $27.99 CAD an hour


Class 1 Local Driver Job Description:

As a Class 1 Local Driver,

• Loads required product into the truck.
• Pick up multiple loads daily.
• Operate company’s new fully refrigerated trucks to transport materials from one site to another.
• Perform pre/post trip daily inspections.
• Verifying material loading and ensuring that they do not exceed weight restrictions.
• Plan a trip and obtain required documentation to transport goods
• Follow all procedures to ensure a safe work environment
• Promptly report any accidents, injuries, or mechanical faults to management.
• Perform basic emergency roadside repairs, if required
• Communicate with dispatcher to organize routing and pick up schedules.
• Accurately record truck information, hours of service, distance traveled, and fuel consumption.
• Follow organizational standards – ensure your environment is safe for you and others.
• Comply with regulations and procedures to align with quality service standards.
• Communicate clearly and efficiently with your supervisors and teammates.
• Properly use and maintain warehouse equipment and vehicles.

Requirements and Qualifications

• 19 years of age or older
• High school diploma or equivalent – preferred
• English speaking
• Valid driver’s license – required
• Previous experience is a must. (2-3 years preferred)
• Capable of lifting
• Loader experience required
• Ability to push, pull, twist, and reach for day-to-day activities
• Dependable and reliable, easy to communicate with
• Available to work overtime when needed may be asked to work holidays as well
• Comfortable working in adverse climate conditions.

Submission of your Driver abstract with current and valid certifications, resume for consideration.

Primary work Location

• Lower Mainland

Hours of work

We aim to provide our drivers with consistent scheduling and some shift work will be required.

Compensation

The successful applicant will be offered a competitive hourly wage based on their experience.

Pay based on hours upon completion of a 3-months probationary period.

Hourly rate:

· $27.99

Overtime miles

· If overtime is required, hours will be paid at 1.5 times or 2 times depending on the statutory requirements.

· Our philosophy is to ensure that our team members are meeting customer needs, without the need to overwork.

As a growing company we are proud to offer our team members growth opportunities beyond their current roles - if you have the desire - we will work with you to get there.

Other benefits

After completing the probation period of 90 days. You will be eligible for:

Group Registered Savings Plan -We believe that all team members should make plans for when their working years are done. In order to facilitate this, all team members will be able to participate in the Group RSP after ninety (90) days from their start date.

Group benefits- Proud to offer team members benefits to assist them in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and to support them in times of personal and family illness or injury.

If this is a job that sounds like it could be a good fit for you, please include a brief cover letter with your resume.

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• Commercial driving: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 1 Licence (required)

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Date Posted: June 9, 2022