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Truck Driver

Exeter, ON
$30 - $35/hour
Mid Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Extended health care
Dental care
Vision care

About the role

Grow with us, and have a part in making Huron Tractor the “Right Choice” for our Customers!

Huron Tractor is one of John Deere’s largest partners in Canada, with eleven locations servicing Southern Ontarians.

We’re proud to serve a community of customers that spans agricultural operations, commercial enterprises and homeowners, with one of the largest inventories of machines and parts in Canada.

This role includes a mix of local deliveries and long-haul transportation across Canada and the United States. You will report to our Transportation & Safety Coordinator.

Job Responsibilities

  • Pickup and deliver John Deere and other OEM equipment from factories, dealers and customers in USA, Canada and locally between our 11 locations
  • Secure loads, including equipment preparation, application of safe practices, compliance with applicable Acts and regulations
  • 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,
  • Check all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate.
  • Maintain E-logs of working hours and of vehicle service and repair status, following applicable regulations.
  • Record and maintain required documentation including driver logbook, bills of lading, etc.
  • Responsible for loading and unloading truck/trailer
  • Deliver products and proper paperwork to our customers in a courteous and timely manner
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications

  • Agricultural knowledge/experience of operating & loading equipment
  • Wide Load trucking experience with knowledge of permits
  • Double Drop trailer experience preferred
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience driving with an AZ license
  • Clean Driver’s Abstract required
  • Ability to cross borders – must have passport, TWIC card preferred
  • Good geographical knowledge of Canada and USA
  • Operation of various agricultural equipment with a strong mechanical aptitude
  • Excellent time management skills with timely completion of tasks
  • Self-motivated with strong problem-solving skills and positive attitude
  • Ability to lift 75 pounds or greater on a daily/regular basis
  • Experience with computers and software systems.
  • Flexibility to work scheduled and extended hours.

Salary Range

  • $30-$35 per hour
  • Placement within the wage range is based on skills, experience and qualifications
  • Applicants with more or less experience and qualifications may be placed outside the salary range

Why Huron Tractor?

Our commitment to great customer service starts with the great people on our team. We take pride in helping our employees develop careers that reward, enrich and grow with the individual.

  • Great training opportunities through John Deere, as well as internal training
  • Competitive compensation
  • RRSP’s and extended benefits
  • Employee Discounts
  • Future Growth Opportunities
  • Excellent team environments with a Social Committee that plans great events
  • Extended health care
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Vision care
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

Please forward your resume with a cover letter stating how your qualifications and experience fit with the position.

We thank all for applying; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

About Huron Tractor Ltd.

Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing
201-500

It's the people that make a difference, and we believe in developing the best. Are you ready for the challenge? Grow with us, and have a part in making Huron Tractor the right choice for our customers!

Huron Tractor is one of John Deere's largest partners in Canada, with eleven locations servicing Southern Ontarians from East to West. Huron Tractor specializes in agricultural and lawn & grounds care equipment with outlets in Blyth, Chatham, Chatsworth, Comber, Exeter, Hyde Park, Mitchell, St. Thomas, Stayner, Thamesford and Walkerton.

Our approach to business has always put the customer first. We're proud to serve a community of customers that spans agricultural and commercial organizations to homeowners, with one of the largest inventories of machines and parts in Canada.

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