About this role
\*\*\*\*$1000 signing bonus after 6 months of employment\*\*\*
_Are you tired of long boring drives across Canada and countless days away from home? Are you a night owl that thrives during the night? Well, I?ve got a career that might pique your interest!_
*A night in the life of a Class 1 Driver?* You?ll sleep during the day and be fresh and alert for your night shift. You?ll pre-trip your truck and do some trips up and down the Island. You might do a delivery here or there. After your 9-hour shift, you might be staying late for some extra overtime. Otherwise, fuel up, park your tractor, and enjoy the rest of your day!
The schedule is Tuesday - Saturday with a 12:00 AM start.
*Responsibilities*
* General P&D activities such as: safe driving, related paperwork, customer service * BC ferries and Seaspan barge moves throughout the evening * Trailer shunting throughout the yard * Communicate effectively and respectfully with Night Warehouse supervisor and manager * Report all incidents and safety hazards in a timely manner to the supervisor or manager * Safely operate and drive heavy trucks to transport food products between designated locations. * Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies during transportation. * Conduct pre-trip inspections of vehicles to ensure they are in good working condition. * Communicate effectively with dispatchers and other team members regarding delivery schedules and any issues that arise.
*Requirements*
* Valid commercial driver's license (Class 1 or equivalent) with a clean driving record. * Experience in commercial driving, particularly in the transportation of freight or food products. * Strong understanding of safety regulations related to trucking and logistics. * Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team.
If you are passionate about driving and want to be part of a team that values community connection and environmental responsibility, we invite you to apply today!
ColdStar Solutions is committed to treating all employees with respect and providing a safe work environment. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $32.50 per hour
Benefits: * Casual dress * Disability insurance * Employee assistance program * Extended health care * Life insurance * On-site parking * Paid time off * RRSP match * Vision care
Application question(s): * Do you have reliable transportation? Transit is not available at this location. * Do you currently live local to the Ladysmith/Nanaimo area? *note this is not a commutable role from the mainland* * Do you have a clean driver's abstract? * This position is a graveyard shift. Will it work with your lifestyle?
Experience: * Manual transmission: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person