AZ/DZ Industrial Driver

Job summary

The driver is responsible for the safe operation of trucks, including loading, unloading, and securing cargo while complying with all transportation regulations. They must also maintain accurate documentation, perform vehicle inspections, and communicate effectively with customers and team members.

Job details

GFL Timmins is looking for an AZ/DZ Industrial driver to support the liquids division! Key Responsibilities: Oversee cargo handling and secure loads, including equipment preparation, application of safe practices, compliance with applicable Acts and regulations. Familiarity and experience working with government documents such as manifests. Perform trip inspections on equipment operated and load, ensuring safety and roadworthiness. Comply with applicable legislation including safe operation, carriage of goods, driver's hours of service, occupational health and safety, transportation of dangerous goods, customs and immigration and weights and dimensions. Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew as needed; check that vehicle position is correct and any special loading equipment is properly positioned. Check vehicles before driving them to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order. Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles. Check all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate. Maintain logs of working hours and of vehicle service and repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations. Record and maintain required documentation including driver logbook, bills of lading, manifests etc. by manual or electronic means. Communicate effectively with the public, customers, and co-workers both verbally and in written form. Loading and unloading of trucks. Perform periodic inspections before, during, and after delivery to ensure that load is properly fastened down and is secure. Deliver to product and proper paperwork to our customers in a courteous and timely manner. Ensure that any debris caused by the loading/unloading of truck is cleaned up. Provide feedback to supervision regarding customer problems, mechanical problems, or delivery problems. Train others when required. Other duties as may be assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Valid DZ or AZ license. Must be clean shaven. Manual dexterity, ability to lift 75+ lbs. required (operator will be required to do physical labor and operate equipment at the job site) Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance. Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Will be required to work both indoors and outdoors. Manual dexterity, ability to lift 75+ lbs. required. Overtime as required. Weekend work may be required, on call schedule in effect on weekly basis. #GFLTalent We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [email protected] Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date. This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.

What you’ll do

The driver is responsible for the safe operation of trucks, including loading, unloading, and securing cargo while complying with all transportation regulations. They must also maintain accurate documentation, perform vehicle inspections, and communicate effectively with customers and team members.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid AZ or DZ license and have the physical ability to lift over 75 lbs. Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with potential weekend and on-call requirements are essential.

Listed skills

• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• AZ license
• DZ license
• Cargo handling
• Equipment maintenance
• Transportation of dangerous goods
• Logbook maintenance
• Mechanical aptitude
• Physical labor
• Safety compliance
• Documentation management
• Communication
• Load securing
• Bill Of Lading
• Cargo Handling
• Dangerous Goods/Hazmat Transport
• Vehicle Maintenance
• Lifting Ability
• Data Recording
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Legislation
• Fine Motor Skills
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Writing Systems
• Loading And Unloading

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Trades
• Manufacturing
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