Truck Driver / helper for waste removal
Description
Employer: A-PLUS Garbage Removal, Halifax, Nova Scotia
For over 15 years, our reliable team of professionals has offered waste management solutions for residential and commercial applications of all sizes in the Halifax Regional Municipality. Whether removing junk, debris or waste from a home or from a large commercial space, we will leave the site looking its best once our services are complete.
Position: Waste Removal Services (Truck Driver and Helper), Full-Time, Permanent Position
A-PLUS Garbage Removal is seeking a reliable and qualified driver to join our team and support the day-to-day collection and transportation of residential and commercial waste, organic and recycling materials throughout the Halifax Regional Municipality to the appropriate disposal sites. The manual collection, removal and sorting of waste may be required as part of the position, and as such the position may include physical exertion, such as heavy lifting, pushing and pulling.
Position Requirements and Responsibilities
• Must possess a valid driver’s licence (Class 5) and provide a current driving record from the Registry of Motor Vehicles (driver abstract) and have at least 4 years driving experience in Canada, having experience driving a larger vehicle is a bonus;
• Responsible for safe and efficient operations, and as such must be reliable, punctual and have strong motor vehicle skills;
• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of this position, including but not limited to:
o The heavy lifting, pushing and pulling of receptacles and other waste removal materials in an efficient manner;
o Repeatedly mounting and dismounting trucks throughout shifts;
o Repeatedly crouching, bending, standing and sitting throughout shifts; and,
o Working in all weather conditions;
• Must comply with all local and provincial transportation regulations and adhere to company health and safety policies, including performing daily pre and post trip truck inspections and other safety and maintenance checks;
• Must remain courteous in all work situations and communicate professionally with customers and fellow employees at all times;
• Must beable to work weekends, holidays and overtime hours as required, depending on the volume of work and available resources;
• While day-to-day route requirements will be standard, the qualified candidate must be familiar with the Halifax area and/or be able to read and understand maps in order to support contracted work, as required;
• Will be required to complete daily driver logs, track hours, and remain accountable to day-to-day route requirements, noting any deviations that may arise; and,
• Required to support regular truck care and maintenance, including cleaning, as required;
• The candidate must possess the proper safety gear, including steel toed boots; and,
• The candidate must have a reliable form of transportation to and from the workplace.
Benefits and Compensation
A-PLUS Garbage Removal offers competitive benefits, including:
• Competitive hourly pay rate, with the opportunity for increased pay based on performance
• Dental
• Health
• Life Insurance
• A supportive and friendly work environment
• Overtime hours, as required
Apply Today
If you are interested in joining our A-PLUS team, please submit your resume to info@aplusgarbageremoval.com)
- Job type: Full-Time
- Company: A-PLUS Garbage Removal
jobs | construction, trades
2023-04-17