Truck driver

North Eastern Trucking Inc. in Stoney Creek, ON is inviting applications for the position of Truck driver. We are looking for a candidate with strong interpersonal skills to start as soon as possible. This role offers Permanent employment or Full time employment. The schedule involves Morning, Night, Weekend, On call, Flexible hours, Overtime available shifts.

Job Description

• The candidate must calculate fixed assets and depreciation accurately.
• The candidate must calculate the cost of truck repairs and new parts if needed.
• The candidate must plan or adjust routes using computer equipment, GPS, or other navigation devices to optimize fuel efficiency and reduce carbon emissions.
• The candidate must demonstrate expertise in mountain driving.
• The candidate must demonstrate professionalism in customer service.
• The candidate must arrange travel, related itineraries, and make reservations.
• The candidate must drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• The candidate must drive lighter, special purpose trucks.
• The candidate must load and unload goods efficiently.
• The candidate must operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials safely.
• The candidate must oversee the condition of vehicles and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage, and other equipment.
• The candidate must pay and receive payments for goods.
• The candidate must perform brake adjustments.
• The candidate must perform emergency roadside repairs.
• The candidate must perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections and oversee all aspects of vehicle operation.
• The candidate must perform preventive maintenance.
• The candidate must receive and relay information to central dispatch.
• The candidate must record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled, and fuel consumption.
• The candidate must tarp and ensure the safety and security of cargo.
• The candidate must transport and handle dangerous goods.

Job Requirements

• The candidate must be fluent in English.
• The candidate must have a certificate of Secondary (high) school graduation.
• Equivalent experience is acceptable.
• The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills.
• The candidate must have excellent oral communication skills.
• The candidate must have excellent written communication skills.
• The candidate must be flexible.
• The candidate must have good judgement skills.
• The candidate must be well-organized.
• The candidate must be reliable.
• The candidate must be a good team player.
• The candidate must be hardworking.
• The candidate must have patience.
• The candidate should have an eye for detail.
• The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in sitting positions.

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• The candidate should have an eye for detail.
• The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in sitting positions.

Security and Safety

• The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.

Transportation/travel information

• The candidate must be willing to travel cross-border.

How to apply

Use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested.

By mail

11 Oriole Ave,
Stoney Creek, ON
L8E 5E4

In person

11 Oriole Ave,
Stoney Creek, ON
L8E 5E4
Between 12:00 p.m. and 02:00 p.m.

• Answers to the following screening questions:
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?