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Thank you.
We at Amberfield Farms are very pleased to have
the opportunity, to offer two full time as well as two-part time truck
driving careers for two positive upbeat people.
Preference will be given to those with a proven
background pulling
super b bulkers, but would train the right
candidate.
Must have a valid Class 1A licence.
This person will have strong organizational
skills, mechanical aptitude, and strong desire to
be a part of a winning team.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own vehicle
- Willing to travel overnight
- Valid driver's licence
Type of Trucking and Equipment
- Tractor-trailer
- Flatbed
- Tractor-trailer B train
- Dry bulk
Weight Handling
- Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Type of Travel
- Regional
- Local
- Provincial/territorial
- Short-haul
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
- Driver's Licence (Class 1 or A)
Additional Skills
- Professionalism in customer service
Specific Skills
- Receive and relay information to central dispatcher
- Plan travel schedules and routes
- Perform preventive maintenance
- Monitor vehicle performance and mechanical fitness
- Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
- Loading and unloading of goods
- Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
Communication Equipment Experience
- Cellular phone
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Physically demanding
Security and Safety
- Driving record check (abstract)
- Medical exam
Own Tools/Equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
Documentation Knowledge
- Trip reports
- Maintenance and repair reports
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
- Bill of lading
- Driver logbook