AZ Truck Driver

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Logistics Department, Truck Drivers are responsible for the pick-up of meat by-products and waste on a variety of routes and shifts. This position is for a Truck Driver who can be flexible and available to work a variety of shifts. We are looking for drivers with a passion for driving and a commitment to the environment to join our growing team!

Schedule of work: Monday to Friday, Night Shift - 10 to 12 hours per day

KEY RESPONSIBIITIES:

• Required at times to drive out-of-town routes into the Greater Toronto Area, including Toronto
• Evening shifts along with weekend work will be required depending on weekly route scheduling.
• Accurate completion and submission of all required paperwork.
• Conduct all interactions with customers and suppliers in a respectful, professional, and service oriented manner.
• Required to formally report any concerns or customer service-related issues.
• Responsible for following all Company and Health and Safety rules and for communicating all reportable incidents.
• Responsible to ensure that both tractors and trailers are maintained in a clean and presentable condition.
• Responsible for ensuring safe driving operations at all times.
• Responsible for effectively and efficiently dealing with ad-hoc issues that may arise.
• Drivers will be scheduled for AZ and DZ routes.
• This is only a summary of the primary responsibilities and may be amended as necessary based on the needs of the business.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid AZ License
• Clean driving record
• Customer service oriented
• Familiarity driving within the Province of Ontario
• Working knowledge and adherence to HTA and MTO applicable legislation
• Flexible and willing to work overtime as required
• Team oriented and willing to assist with all routes
• Tasks will include some physical demands such as repetitive pulling, pushing, lifting etc.
• Ability to complete physical requirements is required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the AODA, ESA, OHSA and other federal, and provincial standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the AODA, ESA, OHSA and other federal, and provincial standards
• Ability to keep up with physically demanding tasks such as repetitive bending, pulling, pushing, lifting etc.
• Sitting for long stretches at a time (up to 3 hours)
• Must be able to alternate between walking, standing and moving for periods of time.
• Must be able to occasionally lift/carry up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to climb onto truck trailers, climb truck ladders as required and stretch and view difficult areas

WE OFFER:

• AZ Driver rate: $31.87 plus overtime after 40 hours
• DZ Driver Rate: $30.84 Plus overtime after 40 hours
• Uniforms provided
• Safety shoe/boot program
• Full Benefits covered by the company-Life Insurance, Disability, Employee Assistance Program and a Flexible Health and Dental Benefit Plan
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Educational Assistance Programs, Scholarship Programs, Apprenticeship Programs