About this role
Why you?ll love Canada CartageAn iconic Canadian company with over 100 years of helping companies grow and succeed in Canada, we provide national dedicated fleet solutions, general freight services, managed transportation, fulfillment & distribution, and home delivery. With a national network of terminals, cross-docks, and distribution centers, we are one of Canada?s largest and most trusted supply chain service providers. Driven to exceed customer expectations, and supported by technology and innovation, we bring simplicity to complex logistics challenges.We work with intelligent and focused leaders who are driven to create an outstanding customer experience in partnership with Canadian leading brands.
Canada Cartage is deep rooted in family values with an entrepreneurial culture where ideas are welcomed, growth is fostered and high performance is championed. A recognized thought leader and founded in 1914, Canada Cartage dominates the industry by delivering innovative fleet solutions.
- Position SummaryPrimary responsibility is to safely transport chemicals or hazardous materials, to specified destinations.
- Duties include conducting pre-trip inspections of the tanker vehicle to ensure it is in optimal working condition, as well as loading and unloading cargo following established safety procedures.
- Location : Cornwall, OntarioSchedule: 4 days on 4 days off What you will doOperates vehicle safely and responsibly, adhering to all DOT and company safety regulationsConducts routine inspections prior to departure to ensure the vehicle is in optimal conditionManages appropriate cargo documentation and provides necessary paperwork upon the delivery of goods.
- Coordinates the loading and unloading of the truck, verifying cargo and ensuring items are properly stored and secured.
- Maintains contact with dispatcher to provide status updates, clarify special instructions, and notify about delays or issues during transport.
- What You?ll BringMust have at least 5 years AZ driving experience, and at least 1 years of tanker experienceLess than High School, but has basic reading, communication, and arithmetic skills to follow directionValid Class 1/AZ License is requiredClean driving recordTDG requiredAlong with the following Skills & Competencies: Shipping DocumentationLoads/Secures /Unloads CargoMaintain Travel LogsTransport CargoVehicle Safety ChecksVehicle InspectionWhy people love working for Canada CartageCohesive team and a positive, hard-working atmosphere.
- Meaningful opportunities for career growth.
- Company wide recognition initiatives designed to recognize employees when they demonstrate outstanding customer service, teamwork, and our core values.
- Perks - discounted hotels, car rentals, entertainment, gym memberships, phone plans, electronics, to name a fewFun events throughout the year, like summer barbeques and driver-appreciation week that regularly bring us together.We give back to the communities in which we operate by volunteering and donating to local charities.We are a strong company that weathers the storm through pandemics and recessionary periods, so that we can benefit from good economic environments.We are a top employer!
- Canada Cartage has been recognized on the Forbes list of Canada?s Best Employers for six straight years in a row.Trucking HR has announced that Canada Cartage has again been selected for the 8th year in a row, as one of Canada?s Top Fleet Employers.
- In addition, we have been recognized as an Employer of Distinction for the 4th year in a row.
- This serves to reinforce Canada Cartage?s reputation as an employer of high quality.We?ve been acknowledged by Forbes 2023, as one of Canada?s Best Employers for DiversityCome work with an industry leader!
Canada Cartage is committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA). We are determined in meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements