At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive a Class 1 truck, transporting materials safely across Nova Scotia.
- Company: Join Russel Metals, a leading metals distribution company in North America.
- Benefits: Enjoy a stable full-time job with competitive pay and local routes.
- Other info: Safety-focused workplace with opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Sleep in your own bed every night while driving for a reputable company.
- Qualifications: Must have a clean Class 1 license and flat-deck truck experience.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Russel Metals is one of the largest metals distribution companies in North America, with a growing focus on value-added processing.
It carries on business in three segments: metals service centers, energy field stores and steel distributors.
Its network of metals service centers carries an extensive line of metal products in a wide range of sizes, shapes and specifications, including carbon hot rolled and cold finished steel, pipe and tubular products, stainless steel, aluminum and other non-ferrous specialty metals.
Its energy field stores carry a specialized product line focused on the needs of energy industry customers.
Its steel distributors' operations act as master distributors selling steel in large volumes to other steel service centers and large equipment manufacturers mainly on an "as is" basis.
For a more detailed look into the Atlantic facilities check out our You Tube channel https://youtu. be/92qa Ll LCRB4?si=-A4Syo5Jf Ga NSfl I (https://youtu. be/92qa Ll LCRB4?si=-A4Syo5Jf Ga NSfl I) We are currently seeking a career-minded, motivated individual for the position of Class 1 Truck Driver within Halifax, NS Branch.
This is a full-time, permanent position that reports directly to the Operations Manager.
Successful candidate will be operating one of our Semi Tractors with 53' flat-deck trailers for transporting regular and oversized loads within Nova Scotia.
Looking for a good, qualified, professional driver with flat-deck experience who is looking for a career close to home where they can sleep in their own bed each night.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Ensure safe procedures are followed while performing job responsibilities
- Pick and package material according to customer specifications
- Load and unload trucks
- Ensure quality customer service
- Conduct thorough and effective inspections of vehicle and material on board
- Comply with workplace policies and procedures (operational and health and safety)
- Perform daily preventative maintenance of trucks and trailers
- Perform duties in keeping with the Ministry of Transportation requirements
- Strap and secure materials to ensure materials are safely transported
- Operate the vehicle safely and in accordance with local jurisdiction
- Maintain records/logs as prescribed by the Ministry of Transportation and Company policy
- Operate company issued electronic and/or communication equipment professionally and respectfully
Education and Skills Required
- Clean Class 1 with Air
- 2-3 experience operating a flat-deck truck. Steel experience is a strong asset.
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Able to perform some heavy lifting
- Good knowledge of math and measurements
- Good communication skills
- Self-motivated, results oriented
Skills considered an asset
- Overhead Crane Experience
- Forklift Experience
We are an organization that is committed to the principles of Employment Equity which includes maintaining a fair, equitable and diverse workforce.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.
Skills & Qualifications
Please note - our work environment is safety sensitive and will require the successful applicant to undergo a pre-employment medical.
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At Russel Metals, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the metals distribution industry, offering our Class 1 Truck Drivers a stable, full-time position with the opportunity to work close to home in Halifax, NS. Our commitment to safety, employee growth, and a supportive work culture ensures that you can thrive in your career while enjoying the benefits of a diverse and equitable workplace. Join us for a rewarding experience where you can make a meaningful impact while sleeping in your own bed each night.
