Class 5 Truck Driver - Saskatoon, SK
- Saskatoon, SK, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
At Cascadia Metals, our unwavering commitment to our founding principles has driven our success and rapid growth. We invest not only in land and machinery but also in our most valuable asset-our employees. As we continue to evolve, we strive for greater efficiency and innovation in distribution. Join us at Cascadia Metals, where resilience meets progress.
Cascadia Metals Saskatoon is seeking a dedicated 3-ton truck driver to join our team. This role is pivotal as you will represent our business, ensuring exceptional customer service and timely deliveries.
Primary Responsibilities
Pre-Employment Requirements: To ensure a safe and productive work environment, all candidates offered employment at Cascadia Metals must undergo drug and alcohol testing before final hiring.
Cascadia Metals Saskatoon is seeking a dedicated 3-ton truck driver to join our team. This role is pivotal as you will represent our business, ensuring exceptional customer service and timely deliveries.
Primary Responsibilities
- Accurately complete standard driver's daily logbooks in compliance with Saskatchewan regulations.
- Conduct and document pre-trip inspections; complete necessary paperwork for monthly inspections.
- Perform daily trips without overnight requirements; flexibility with working hours, including potential overtime, is essential.
- Schedule services and repairs, obtain quotes and lead times as needed.
- Maintain truck consumable stock and cleaning supplies; notify the Lead-Hand when replenishment is required.
- Foster a team-oriented environment and report to the Operations Manager and Branch Manager.
- Understand and manage bills of lading and shipping manifests.
- Vehicle Cleanliness: Regularly clean the truck using pressure washers and hand cleaners.
- Assist with loading and unloading trucks; complete paperwork for incoming and outgoing materials.
- Maintain the truck bay, equipment, and overall property upkeep.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Warehouse Lead Hand.
- Proficiency in verbal and written communication is essential.
- Strong attention to detail with basic computer skills.
- Previous warehouse and shipping/receiving experience is preferred.
- Valid forklift license and valid Saskatchewan Class 5 driver's license with a minimum of two years of driving experience. Must be able to provide a satisfactory five-year driver's abstract.
- Safety Gear: Possession of steel-toe boots with a minimum 6" height (no steel-toe shoes).
- Thorough understanding of the National Safety Code for Motor Carriers.
- Strong decision-making, problem-solving abilities, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently.
- Work-Life Balance: We value a healthy work-life balance, ensuring work stays at work.
- Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, including company-paid extended medical, dental, life insurance, and vision coverage.
- RRSP Matching Program: 4% RRSP matching program available after three months of employment.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a progressive company.
Pre-Employment Requirements: To ensure a safe and productive work environment, all candidates offered employment at Cascadia Metals must undergo drug and alcohol testing before final hiring.
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Responsibilities
Drive a 3-ton truck on daily delivery routes, provide timely customer service, and complete driver logs, inspections, and shipping documentation in compliance with regulations. Coordinate vehicle servicing and supplies, assist with loading and unloading, and help maintain the truck bay, equipment, and property.
Requirements
Applicants must hold a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 driver's license with at least two years of driving experience, provide a satisfactory five-year driver's abstract, and understand the National Safety Code for Motor Carriers. Steel-toe boots at least six inches high are required; a forklift license and previous warehouse or shipping and receiving experience are preferred.
Skills
- Verbal And Written Communication
- Attention To Detail
- Basic Computer Skills
- Driving
- Pre-Trip Inspections
- Logbook Completion
- Shipping And Receiving
- Forklift Operation
- Decision-Making
- Problem-Solving
- Independent Work
- Customer Service
- Bill Of Lading And Manifest Management
Benefits
- Extended Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Vision Coverage
- RRSP Matching
- Professional Development
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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- Transportation
- Logistics
- Trades
- Customer Service & Support
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Class 5 Driver's License
- Forklift License
- National Safety Code For Motor Carriers
- Driver's Abstract
- Daily Logbooks
- Pre-Trip Inspections
- Monthly Inspections
- Bills Of Lading
- Shipping Manifests
- Shipping And Receiving
- Warehouse
- Truck Deliveries
- Loading And Unloading
- Vehicle Servicing
- Truck Cleaning
- Steel-Toe Boots
- Saskatchewan Regulations
- Drug And Alcohol Testing