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Transport Truck Driver - Local NS
- Truro, NS, Canada
- Dartmouth, NS, Canada
- Stellarton, NS, Canada
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- English
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Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, South America and Australia. Our company’s success is driven by our dynamic, highly skilled, and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area’s economy and sense of community.
Shoreland Transport Inc., a division of Cooke is hiring experienced Class 1 drivers for designated routes throughout Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland.
Company Incentives:
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Extended health coverage
- Dental coverage
- Life insurance
- Vision coverage
- Company matched pension plan
- Year-round dedicated work
- Flexible schedule
- Assigned truck
Driver Requirements:
- Class 1 license
- Certificate from a driver’s training school
- Criminal background check
- Current drivers abstract
- Verifiable driving experience
- Strong communication skills – written and spoken
The Opportunity
The role description is just one part of the story. This is an opportunity to grow, to stretch, to work within the parameters of the role but stretch to your fullest potential. We are a team that counts performance, we reward contribution, and we recognize talent. It is about being at the center of the fastest growing company in Atlantic Canada and knowing you are part of that growth. The ability to bring your passion for learning, desire for growth, and energy for moving your career forward is what we offer.
The Why
Why Cooke? Simple - because we are a company that rewards initiative, resourcefulness, and work ethic. We will champion your growth and provide you with the platform to create your path, your career, and your future.
NOTE: The recruiter is reviewing and interviewing eligible applicants for this position as they are received. If you are interested in this posting, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Transport Truck Driver at Cooke Aquaculture will drive a transport truck on set routes across Atlantic Canada. The role keeps the same routes and an assigned truck all year.
Requirements
Candidates need a Class 1 licence, a driver training school certificate, a current drivers abstract, a criminal background check and verifiable driving experience. Strong written and spoken communication is also required.
Skills
- Class 1 driving
- Tractor-trailer operation
- Route driving
- Vehicle inspection
- Log and schedule compliance
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Customer delivery
- Road safety
- Load securement
Benefits
- Extended health coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Life insurance
- Company matched pension plan
- Assigned truck
- Flexible schedule
Categories
- Transportation
- Logistics
- Food & Beverage
Keywords
- Class 1 driver
- transport truck driver
- tractor-trailer driver
- long haul
- regional routes
- Atlantic Canada
- Nova Scotia
- New Brunswick
- Prince Edward Island
- Newfoundland
- dedicated routes
- year-round
- truck driving
- CDL equivalent
- seafood transport
Seniority
Mid level
Perks
- Flexible hours
- Retirement plan
Licences and certifications
- Class 1
- Certificate from a driver's training school
- Drivers abstract
Tools
- transport truck
Languages
- English