Class 1 Truck Driver Job at J.T Seafoods, Halifax, NS

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  • J.T Seafoods
  • Halifax, NS

Job Description

Job Overview
We are J.T. Seafoods Ltd., a refrigerated transport company located in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. We seek a skilled, Long-Haul Class 1 Truck Driver (NOC 73300), to transport goods within Atlantic Canada and/or the Eastern Seaboard.
We are located at 194 A Montague St, Lunenburg, Nova Scotia.
This is a 3-year, non-seasonal position. Minimum 40 hours per week.
Language of Work is English.

Responsibilities
o Perform pick-ups and deliveries typically between Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Quebec and the Eastern Seaboard operating refrigerated service.
o Oversee cargo handling, securing loads, equipment preparation, application of safe practices, compliance with all applicable acts and regulations.
o Perfrom pre-trip inspections of equipment operated including cargo to ensure safetey and roadworthiness
o Comply with applicable legislation including safe operation, carriage of goods, driver's hours of service, occupational health and safety, and transportation of food products.
o Delivering good and appropriate documentation to our customers always in a courteous and timely manner.
Location of Work: Our head office is in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia and our truck and trailer yeard is located approximately 25 KM away in Hebbville, NS. Truck driving routes will be within Atlantic Canada and/or the Eastern Seaboard (if the applicant is authorized to enter the United States).

Skills / Requirements:
o High School diploma required.
o Valid Class 1 driver's license.
o Current and clean driving abstract.
o Minimum of 2 years driving experience.
o Experience working with refrigerated transportation equipment is considered an asset.
o Good safety record required.
o String comminication skills.
o Time management.
o Team player.

Documentation Knowledge:
o Accident or incident reports
o Driver logbook
o Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
o Trip reports

Security and safety:
o Valid passport
o Criminal record check
o Driver's validity licence check
o Drug test
o Medical exam

Transportation/travel information:
o Valid driver's licence
o Willing to travel for extended periods
o Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilties:
o Attention to detail
o Repetitive tasks
o Sitting

Weight handling:
o Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment:
o Cellular phone
o Steel-toed boots
Screening questions:
o Do you have previous experience in this field of emplyment?

We offer:
o Late model fleet
o Automatic transmisssion trucks

How to Apply:
Qualified applicants, please send your application and your possible start date via email to :
o [email protected]
o 194 A Montague Street, Lunenburg, NS B0J 2C0 Canada
o 902-531-1406, Ext 1
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $65,000.00-$80,000.00 per year
Flexible language requirement:
o French not required

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Seasonal work, Work at office, Flexible hours, Night shift,

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