At a Glance
- Tasks: Safely drive Class 1 tanker units transporting fuel across Nova Scotia.
- Company: Join Seaboard Transport, a leader in petroleum and chemical transportation.
- Benefits: Earn $28.50/hour, plus bonuses and health benefits.
- Other info: Home daily with a supportive team and diverse career paths.
- Why this job: Enjoy stable, year-round work with opportunities for growth and training.
- Qualifications: Must have a valid Class 1 License and two years of driving experience.
The predicted salary is between 28.5 - 28.5 $ per hour.
- Description
- Employment
- Type: Permanent Full-Time
Number of
Positions: 5
Wage: $28.50/hour for first 6 months; transition to trip standard after 6 months
Hours of
- Work: Approximately 50–60 hours per week
Language of - Work: English
Join Our Team Today!
Joining the Seaboard Transport Group of Companies provides you with the opportunity to choose between various career paths.
Seaboard Transport Group of Companies is an industry leader in liquid bulk petroleum and chemical transportation.
Our expertise also extends to road transportation of dry bulk products, food transport, general freight and refrigerated freight.
Not only does joining a large group of companies offer work diversity, it also gives you the opportunity to work close to home or relocate.
We currently have operations in all major cities across Canada and into the US.
We are currently hiring Company Drivers in Dartmouth, NS to haul and handle Fuel throughout Nova Scotia. May be required to haul Quads, B-Trains, and mini tankers.
Schedule
- Night shift
- 5 days on 2 days off, 5 days on 3 days off
- 10–12 hour shifts - Approximately 60 hours/week
- Home Daily Work
Pay Structure
- $28.50/hour for first 6 months - Transition to trip standard pay after 6 months
- $3/hour night shift premium
- $25/hour for training pay (4-6 weeks)
Job Duties
- Safely operate Class 1 tanker units transporting petroleum products.
- Transport fuel products to customer locations throughout Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada as required.
- Perform pre-trip, and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Load and unload petroleum products in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Complete electronic driver logs, bills of lading, delivery documentation, and required inspection reports.
- Communicate with dispatch and customers regarding deliveries and operational requirements.
- Comply with all applicable provincial, federal, DOT, and company safety regulations.
- Report equipment defects, accidents, incidents, and maintenance concerns.
- Maintain a professional and customer-focused approach while representing the company.
- Perform other duties related to the safe transportation of petroleum products as assigned.
- Working Conditions
- Night work
- Manual handling associated with loading, unloading, and equipment inspections.
- Exposure to varying weather conditions.
- Tight delivery schedules while maintaining safe operating practices.
- Overtime may be required
Qualifications
- Valid Canadian Class 1 License with manual endorsement.
- Minimum two (2) years of verifiable Class 1 commercial driving experience operating tractor-trailers in Canada required.
- Safe driving background – Clean driver's abstract satisfactory to the employer.
- 18 speed manual transmission experience required
- Must be fluent in English (spoken and written) to communicate effectively with dispatch, customers, and emergency responders.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Fuel experience considered an asset
Seaboard Offers
- Referral Bonus
- Monthly Safety Bonus
- Night shift premium
- Industry-leading pay program
- Stable, year-round regional work (home daily) with dedicated runs and a loyal customer base
- Paid Training
- Shared Cost Benefits Plan (health, dental, vision)
- RRSP Program
- Milestone Programs
- Division, Driver & Technician of the Month Programs
- Uniform Allowance
- Goodlife Membership Discount
- Scholarship Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
- Seaboard Transport Group
Safe. Reliable. Professional.
Class 1 Truck Driver employer: Seaboard Transport Group
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