Class 1 Driver Job Listing at Savage in Point Tupper, NS (Job ID 13873)

Description

Savage is hiring a Class 1 Truck Driver in Point Tupper!  Do you like sleeping at home in your own bed, working with a company that values you and focuses on safety?   All our Drivers have local routes where they are home every day!    Here are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage:  Temporary Position  Opportunities for growth $20.00/hourly (flat rate) with supplemental Driver pay up to $28.00 Uniforms Provided (laundering included)    Here's a preview of what you'll be doing: Safely and efficiently transport coal to and from our customer's locations. Drive a rotation of 12-hour shifts (this site operates 7 days/week and shifts may change based on operational needs)   What you will be doing:  Safely operate a commercial vehicle to transport and deliver customer products to designated locations in a timely and efficient manner, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and customer requirements What are we looking for? Valid Class 1 Driver's License Willing to load trucks (with coal) using a payloader – training provided if required High School or GED 18 years of age or older Minimum of 1-year experience operating tractor/trailer combination The ability to: work from written and verbal instructions work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules safely perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the safety of his or her own self, or the safety of others work overtime as required read, write, and understand English Successful candidates must be willing to work any shift, including weekends (no overnight work)   Physical Requirements This position requires the willingness and ability to work at heights as well as climb stairs Lift up to 50 pounds Work in an environment containing coal dust and in hot, cold, and wet environments Must have the ability and willingness to perform the essential physical functions of the position Candidates must be willing and able to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE)