Moving Van Driver

Position:
Moving Van Driver (light/medium-duty)

Description:

FAR Contracting, established in 2019, offers reliable moving solutions to make your relocation seamless. As professional Saint John movers, we specialize in same-day and last-minute moving services.

Business address:  Rd suite 3 Fort St John, British Columbia, V1J 8K4

Work address: 8603 81 St, Fort St John, BC, V1J 0M4 and various clients’ locations across Canada, but mainly Fort St. John, BC, AB, SK and MB.

Type of Employment:
Full-time – Permanent

Estimated

Start Date:

As soon as possible

Job Description

Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions

Address customers' complaints or concerns

Professionalism in customer service

Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy

Drive lighter, special purpose trucks: A 5-ton box truck with hydraulic brakes (similar to a U-Haul moving vehicle).

Load and unload goods

Operate and drive a 5-ton box truck with hydraulic brakes to transport goods and materials

Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment

Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle

Perform preventive maintenance

Requirements

Education:

Completion of secondary school is required.

Experience:

At least two years of experience as a truck driver is required. On-the-job-training is provided.

Class 5 Driver’s license is required OR an equivalent international driver’s license that meets Canadian licensing standards is required.

Mountain driving expertise is a strong asset.

Documentation knowledge:
Accident or incident reports and Inspection report (pre-trip, en‑route, post‑trip).

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Attention to detail

Handling heavy loads

Physically demanding

Repetitive tasks

Sitting.

Personal Suitability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral and written communication

Flexibility, Judgement and Organized

Reliability, Team player and Hardworking

Patience.

Weight handling
Maximum 2000 lbs.

Language
English is required

Salary
36.60 CAD. 40 hours per week

Benefits
Accommodation available. Uniforms, meals and gasoline covered.

Important Information
Flexibility on schedule is required. Regular scheduled is from Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 05:00pm. Weekends required as needed.

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