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Class 1 Truck Driver

  • Sackville, NB, E4L 3V2, Canada

Full-time

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Job type
Full-time
Posting language
English
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Original job description

Russel Metals is one of the largest metals distribution companies in North America, with a growing focus on value-added processing. It carries on business in three segments: metals service centers, energy field stores and steel distributors. Its network of metals service centers carries an extensive line of metal products in a wide range of sizes, shapes and specifications, including carbon hot rolled and cold finished steel, pipe and tubular products, stainless steel, aluminum and other non-ferrous specialty metals. Its energy field stores carry a specialized product line focused on the needs of energy industry customers. Its steel distributors operations act as master distributors selling steel in large volumes to other steel service centers and large equipment manufacturers mainly on an "as is" basis.

Reasons to Join Our Team!

  • Competitive Base rate
  • Attractive Profit-Sharing Plan
  • Comprehensive Benefits Program
  • Pension Plan
  • Scholarship Program
  • Educational Reimbursement Program

We are currently seeking a career-minded, motivated individual for the position of Class 1 Truck Driver within Sackville, NB Branch. This is a full-time, permanent position that reports directly to the Operations Manager. Successful candidate will be operating one of our Semi Tractors with 53’ flat-deck trailers for transporting regular and oversized loads within Nova Scotia. Looking for a good, qualified, professional driver with flat-deck experience who is looking for a career close to home where they can sleep in their own bed each night.

Please note - our work environment is safety sensitive and will require the successful applicant to undergo a pre-employment medical.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Ensure safe procedures are followed while performing job responsibilities
  • Ensure quality customer service
  • Conduct thorough and effective inspections of vehicle and material on board
  • Comply with workplace policies and procedures (operational and health and safety)
  • Perform daily preventative maintenance of trucks and trailers
  • Perform duties in keeping with the Ministry of Transportation requirements
  • Strap and secure materials to ensure materials are safely transported
  • Operate the vehicle safely and in accordance with local jurisdiction
  • Maintain records/logs as prescribed by the Ministry of Transportation and Company policy
  • Operate company issued electronic and/or communication equipment professionally and respectfully

Education and Skills Required:

  • Clean Class 1 with Air
  • 2-3 experience operating a flat-deck truck. Steel experience is a strong asset.
  • Grade 12 or equivalent
  • Good knowledge of math and measurements
  • Good communication skills
  • Self-motivated, results oriented

    We are an organization that is committed to the principles of Employment Equity which includes maintaining a fair, equitable and diverse workforce. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

    Links

    Russel Metals on Instagram :https://www.instagram.com/russelmetals/

    Careers Page : https://www.russelmetals.com/en/careers/

    LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/company/russel-metals/about/

    Russel Metals Website : https://www.russelmetals.com/en/

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    More about this job

    Responsibilities

    The driver is responsible for safely operating a semi-tractor with a 53-foot flat-deck trailer to transport materials within Nova Scotia. They must also perform vehicle inspections, preventative maintenance, and ensure all loads are properly secured according to safety regulations.

    Requirements

    Candidates must hold a clean Class 1 driver's license with air brake endorsement and possess at least 2-3 years of flat-deck truck experience. A Grade 12 education or equivalent is required, along with strong math skills and the ability to maintain accurate logs.

    Skills

    • Class 1 driver license
    • Air brake endorsement
    • Flat-deck truck operation
    • Steel transportation
    • Vehicle inspection
    • Preventative maintenance
    • Load securing
    • Strap and secure materials
    • Record keeping
    • Log maintenance
    • Math skills
    • Measurement skills
    • Communication skills
    • Safety procedures
    • Customer service

    Benefits

    • Competitive base rate
    • Profit-sharing plan
    • Pension plan
    • Scholarship program
    • Educational reimbursement program

    Visa sponsorship

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    Categories

    • Transportation
    • Logistics
    • Manufacturing
    • Trades
    • Energy

    Keywords

    • Class 1 Truck Driver
    • Flat-deck
    • Semi Tractor
    • 53' Trailer
    • Transportation
    • Logistics
    • Safety Sensitive
    • Preventative Maintenance
    • Ministry of Transportation
    • Load Securing
    • Steel Distribution
    • Operations
    • Full-time
    • Permanent
    • Air Brakes

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