Job Description

Papason Trucking is a specialized refrigerated transportation company. We are continuing to experience large growth and are looking for ambitious and motivated, dependable professionals to join our team. We deliver mainly Groceries and beverages which creates some job security.

Become a part of a dedicated and growing team that values efficiency, safety, productivity, and customer success!

Class 1 Workload Driver Job Description:

As a class 1 Driver,

Deliver Multiple loads daily.
Able to push, pull, lift up to 50 lbs. use a wheeler, Power jeep
Have good customer service skills
Operate company’s new fully refrigerated trucks, trailers to transport materials from one site to another.
Perform pre/post trip daily inspections.
Verifying material loading and ensuring that they do not exceed weight restrictions.
Plan a trip and obtain required documentation to transport goods
Follow all procedures to ensure a safe work environment
Promptly report any accidents, injuries, or mechanical faults to management.
Perform basic emergency roadside repairs, if required
Communicate with dispatcher to organize routing and delivery schedules.
Ability to use ELD/Accurately record truck information, hours of service, distance traveled, and fuel consumption.
Follow organizational standards – ensure your environment is safe for you and others.
Comply with regulations and procedures to align with quality service standards.
Communicate clearly and efficiently with your supervisors and teammates.
Properly use and maintain warehouse equipment and vehicles.

Requirements and Qualifications

21 years of age or older
High school diploma or equivalent – preferred
English speaking
Valid driver’s license – required
Previous experience preferred.
Capable of lifting
Ability to push, pull, twist, and reach for day-to-day activities This can be labour intensive position.
Dependable and reliable, easy to communicate with
Available to work overtime when needed may be asked to work holidays
Some Saturday's required
Comfortable working and driving in adverse climate conditions
Able to go on overnight trips
Must have permanent residency status

Submission of your Driver abstract with current and valid certifications and Resume for consideration.

Primary work Location

Prince George

Hours of work

We aim to provide our drivers with consistent scheduling and some shift work will be required.

Compensation

The successful applicant will be offered a competitive wage based on their experience.

Base mileage rate:

.50-.55/ mile

Incentive mileage rate:

Additional 3 cents/mile
If all targets are met - all miles for a period will be paid at the base rate plus our incentive rate
Based on holistic attributes of our drivers which include safety, customer service, and behavior.
All targets are clearly communicated to our team members.

Hourly rate: $27.87- $31.99 dependant on experience

Pre & post trips
Loading and unloading
Fueling time
Breakdown time – up to a maximum of 8 hours daytime shift hour.
Uncontrollable downtimes such as highway closure, or other acts of God – up to a maximum of available shift hours.

Overtime hours

If overtime is required, hours will be paid at 1.5 times or 2 times depending on the statutory requirements.
Our philosophy is to ensure that our team members are meeting customer needs, without the need to overwork.As a growing company we are proud to offer our team members growth opportunities beyond their current roles - if you have the desire - we will work with you to get there.

Other benefits

After completing the probation period of 90 days. You will be eligible for:

Co-Pay Group Benefits - Proud to offer team members benefits to assist them in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and to support them in times of personal and family illness or injury.

If this is a job that sounds like it could be a good fit for you, please include a brief cover letter with your resume.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $27.99-$31.99 per hour

Additional pay: