AZ Driver

BULK TRUCK DRIVER

The Bulk Truck Driver is responsible for the safe, timely and efficient loading and delivery of feed and grain products to customers and from suppliers.

Truck Driver

• Collect and verify delivery instructions.
• Ensure the safe, accurate and timely loading and delivery of grain and fertilizer, notifying the Supervisor of any product, quality or delivery issues.
• Carry out inspections of the product during loading and delivery, reporting issues and questions of quality to the Supervisor prior to unloading or delivery.
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew as needed; check that vehicle position is correct and any special loading equipment is properly positioned.
• Maintain the accuracy of documentation and paperwork.
• Complete and submit all documentation required at end of shift. May include but not limited to, timesheets, daily logs, bill of lading, hours of service, vehicle inspection, etc.
• Work with customers and suppliers in a courteous and professional manner.
• Work additional hours to meet business demands.
• Any other duties that can be reasonably required

Health and Safety

• Perform daily pre and post trip vehicle inspections for mechanical and safety issues (circle check).
• Comply with all legal rules and regulations with regards to driving and transportation
• Always comply with hours of service, occupational health and safety and TDG regulations.
• Maintain accurate logbooks.
• Report any traffic violations, accidents or incidents to manager.
• Operate only equipment and machinery for which training has been received, in a safe and effective manner.
• Report any equipment malfunctions immediately to the Supervisor, having secured the equipment
• Report spills to the Supervisor and ensure their efficient clean up.
• Wear personal protective equipment as approved
• Comply with and add to the improvement of all Company Health and Safety Policies
• Must have a strong sense of the need for safe and healthy work environment

Required Education and Qualifications

• High school diploma
• A valid class A drivers license with a clean drivers abstract and CVOR.
• Minimum 2 years of related post AZ certification experience.
• Clean Background check
• Agricultural Experience would be considered an asset.

Skills and Abilities

• Mechanically inclined.
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Communication skills.
• Planning and Organising
• Quality oriented.
• Ability to handle and lift medium to heavy bags/ loads (up to 40kgs) independently
• Ability and willingness to work in dusty, warm, cold environment
• Ability to foster a teamwork environment.
• Bilingual (English/ French) would be an asset