Class 1 Truck Driver Compost Haul

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Kelowna - Canada

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 15 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We Offer

  • Location: Kelowna BC
  • Job Status: Full Time Permanent
  • Compensation: $35.50 (Trip Rated)
  • Pension: $4.05/hr 100% paid by Arrow
  • Benefits: Full extended medical benefits including dental life insurance pharmaceutical vision care chiropractor massage EAP and more... 100% paid by Arrow
  • Schedule: 4 On 4 Off 12-14 hour days home daily but in a sleeper unit
  • Access to post-secondary scholarship opportunities for Full Time employees spouses children grandchildren (eligibility requirementsapply)
  • The stability of a 100 year old company and the spirit of an innovative and entrepreneurial organization
  • Year round work
  • New and well maintained equipment
  • Paid in truck orientation
  • Cross shifted truck
  • Standard and Automatic transmission Sleeper truck unit

As advocates of equal opportunity we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We firmly believe that diversity fosters innovation and contributes to the success of Arrow.

Overview

In Business since 1919 and still growing Arrow is a leader in bulk commodity hauling reload operations freight management logistics consulting and technology with operations throughout Canada and the U.S.

We are looking for professional Class 1 Truck Drivers to join us and become part of our Arrow family. As an Arrow driver you will be hauling compost/biosolids in B train trailers and travellingon various highways around Kelowna Vernon and Princeton. Reporting to the Ashcroft Division our Drivers can live and work in Kelowna or Vernon.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee cargo handling and secure loads including equipment preparation application of safe practices compliance with applicable Acts and Regulations
  • Perform pre and post anden route trip inspections on equipmentoperated ensuring safety road-worthinessand regulatory compliance
  • Comply with applicable legislation including safe operation load securement drivers hours of service occupational health and safety transportation of dangerous goods and weights and dimensions
  • Comply with all rules and regulations protocols and established metrics
  • Efficiently maneuver truck and trailer(s) 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
  • May operate loading equipment as per role requirements
  • Check mobile equipment (i.e. frontend loaders) to ensure that mechanical and safety equipment is in good working order
  • Report vehicle defects accidents traffic violations or damage to the vehicles to the relevant supervisor
  • Report all safety hazards or conditions encountered at load unload yard and shop sites
  • Record Maintain and Check all relevant paperwork (i.e. bill of lading) and documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate
  • Operate equipment such as truck cab computers CB radios and telephones to exchange necessary information with bases supervisors or other drivers
  • Complete electronic and/or manual logs of working hours and of vehicle service and repair status following applicable provincial and federal regulations
  • Communicate effectively and courteously with the public customers and co-workers
  • Assist in loading and unloading of trucks
  • Perform periodic inspections before during and after delivery to ensure that load is properly tarped down and is secure
  • Ensure that material is properly protected from the outdoor elements. Tarping loads may be a requirement
  • Ensure that any debris caused by the loading/unloading of truck is cleaned up
  • Provide feedback to supervisor/dispatch regarding customer problems mechanical problems or delivery problems
  • Ensure that all customers co-workers and the public are dealt with professionally and with respect
  • Train others when required

You Possess

  • Valid Class 1 drivers license with air brake endorsement and a clean drivers abstract
  • Ability to pass a preemployment drug screening and provide two job references
  • Ability to drive a standard (manual) and automatic transmission
  • Ability to reverse split and hook up trailers
  • Ability to maintain trailer cleanliness includingrinsing out trailer when at destination
  • Ability to take direction work independently with minimal supervision and crosstrain across facility functions
  • Effective English communication skills both verbal and written for safe work execution documentation and coordination with dispatch and site personnel
  • Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs overhead 75 lbs to shoulder height moving up to 100 lbs and sitting for extended periods
  • Basic understanding of vehicle and trailer maintenance
  • Strong safety quality and organizational mindset including task prioritization and meeting timelines
  • Professional mature demeanor under stress; ethical accountable dependable and integritydriven
  • Positive flexible team player with strong interpersonal skills and a solid work ethic
  • The embodiment of Arrows Core Values: Safety Quality Integrity Responsibility Teamwork and Fun!

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We OfferLocation: Kelowna BCJob Status: Full Time PermanentCompensation: $35.50 (Trip Rated)Pension: $4.05/hr 100% paid by ArrowBenefits: Full extended medical benefits including dental life insurance pharmaceutical vision care chiropractor massage EAP and more... 100% paid by ArrowSchedule: 4 On 4 ...
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