Varsteel Kelowna Class 1 Driver

How to Apply:
Applicants may apply through www.varsteel.ca/employment
Terms of Employment:
Permanent, Full Time, Shift, Overtime, Weekend, Day, Night, Evening
Salary
Starting at $36.93 based on a minimum 3 years experience (if less experience starting wage will be less), 40.00 Hours per week, Other Benefits, Medical Benefits, Dental Benefits, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance Benefits, Pension Plan Benefits, Vision Care Benefits
Anticipated Start Date (at the latest in 3 months):
As soon as possible
Location:
Kelowna, BC ( 1 vacancy )
Skill Requirements: Education:
Completion of high school
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.):
Driver's Licence (Class 1 or A), Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
Experience:
Minimum 3 years
Experience in using cranes and handling steel will be an asset
** Candidates without steel experience will spend a minimum of three months working
In the yard learning the processes before driving.
Languages:
English
Weight Handling:
Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
Type of Trucking and Equipment:
Tractor-trailer, Flatbed
Type of Travel:
Short-haul, Local
Documentation Knowledge:
Driver logbook, Bill of lading, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), Trip reports, Accident or incident reports
Communication Equipment Experience:
Citizens band (CB) radio, Cellular phone
Specific Skills:
Loading and unloading of goods, Pay and receive payments for goods, Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment, Monitor vehicle performance and mechanical fitness, Perform preventive maintenance
Transport raw materials, finished products and equipment, Check and weigh materials and products, Sort, pack, crate and package materials and products, Assist machine operators, assemblers and other workers, Clean work areas and equipment, Perform other labouring and elemental activities
Own Tools/Equipment:
Steel-toed safety boots
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:
Fast-paced environment, Repetitive tasks, Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding, Attention to detail, Hand-eye co-ordination
Additional Skills:
Professionalism in customer service, Handle inquiries from customers
Security and Safety:
Driving record check (abstract), Medical exam, Drug test
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:
Physically demanding
Transportation/Travel Information:
Own transportation, Valid driver's licence
Essential Skills:
Reading text, Document use, Writing, Oral communication, Working with others, Problem solving, Decision making, Job task planning and organizing, Continuous learning
Other:
Applicants must provide abstracts dated within 30 days, with no more than 3 demerits. 3 references required that are available either written or verbal. Benefits after 3 months probation as per Union contract