Job brief
We are looking for an experienced Truck Drivers to serve our supply chain logistics department in a safe and timely manner.
Job Details
Employer Name: Zora Holdings Ltd. Wage/Salary Info: $25.00 hourly Location: REGINA Employment Terms: Full Time Length of Employment: Full Time, 40 to 50 hours per week Education: Grade 12 Experience: No Experience Application Closing Date: 13-Dec-2020
Responsibilities
- Transport finished goods and raw materials over land to and from manufacturing plants or retail and distribution centers
- Inspect vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance
- Plan routes and meet delivery schedules
- Document and log work/rest periods and kilometres spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts
- Input “macros” into our automated system for each stage of the loading and unloading process
- Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures
- Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions
- Collect and verify delivery instructions
- Report defects, accidents or violations
Specific Skills
– Transport and handle dangerous goods
– Perform preventive maintenance
– Perform emergency roadside repairs
– Pay and receive payments for goods
– Perform brake adjustments
– Load and unload goods
– Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
– Receive and relay information to central dispatch
– Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
– Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
– Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
– Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
– Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
– Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
– Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
– Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Security and Safety
– Driver’s validity licence check
– Driving record check (abstract)
Requirements
- Proven work experience as a Truck Driver
- Hands on experience with electronic equipment and software (GPS, AVL units, CB etc)
- Ability to drive long hours and travel regularly
- Extensive knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations
- No recent moving or driving violations
- Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc)
- Willing to submit to background/drug checks and provide employment recommendations
- Trucking school diploma
- Valid truck driving licence
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How to apply
By email
Application Information
Employer Name:
Zora Holdings Ltd.
Contact Email:
[email protected]
