Truck Driver, Nanaimo

Aquatrans Distributors Inc. requires an experienced class one driver for Vancouver Island work, based from either Nanaimo or Campbell River. **Nature of Position:** Shift times are variable **What You’ll Do** As a Truck Driver for Aquatrans you will be operating tractor-trailers vehicles to transport goods and materials on Vancouver Island. The number of hours you will work is subject to regulation and commonly involves weekend work and overtime. **You will:** - Oversee cargo handling and secure loads, including equipment preparation, application of safe practices, compliance with applicable Acts and regulations - Perform trip inspections on equipment operated and the load, ensuring safety and roadworthiness, and maintaining proper logs of working hours and of vehicle service repair status - Comply with applicable legislation including safe operation, carriage of goods, driver’s hours of service, occupational health and safety, transportation of dangerous goods, and weights and dimensions - Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals for loading crew as needed; check that vehicle position is correct and any special loading equipment is in good working order - Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles - Record and maintain required documentation including but not limited to driver logbook, bills of lading, inspection logs, delivery receipts, etc. by manual or electronic means **What You Need to Get the Job Done** - Class 1 driver’s license - Minimum 2 years tractor trailer experience - Strong work ethic - Safety conscious - Team Player **What You’ll Love About Us** - **Great Company Culture.** Our workplace is an open, engaging, and welcoming environment. - **Meaningful work.** We offer transparency – we want to hear your thoughts and recommendations. Complexity – you can master new skills and improve. Team environment – have support around you for when you need it. - **Benefits.** Extended benefits including health, dental, and vision. - **Fair and competitive wages.** We offer the best for our employees and compete with industry standard. **Our Truck Drivers are trusted to work with sensitive information. We require all candidates that receive and accept employment offers to complete a background check before being hired.** Monday to Sunday - Available for morning, afternoon or evening shift. 40 to 60 hours per week.