Truck Driver

Overview

Truck Driver

Employer: JETTRUCKING LIMITED
Location: Hammonds Plains, Nova Scotia (B4B 1M4)
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time
Work Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week
Salary: $32.00 per hour
Vacancies: 2 positions available
Start Date: As soon as possible
Job Bank Reference: #3405149

About Us

JETTRUCKING LIMITED is a professional transport and logistics company dedicated to delivering reliable, efficient, and safe trucking services across local and cross-border routes. We specialize in the movement of goods and materials, ensuring that cargo reaches its destination securely and on time. To meet growing demand and expand our operations, we are currently seeking skilled and motivated Truck Drivers to join our dynamic team based in Hammonds Plains, Nova Scotia. This role offers permanent, full-time employment with competitive pay, opportunities to work on diverse trucking assignments, and a professional environment where your skills and commitment will be highly valued.

Work Schedule

This is a full-time position requiring 35–40 hours per week. Work schedules may include early mornings, mornings, daytime, evenings, nights, and weekends, depending on transport requirements. Flexibility is essential as trucking assignments often vary in timing and duration.

Key Responsibilities

As a Truck Driver with JETTRUCKING LIMITED, you will be responsible for operating company trucks to transport goods and materials across local and cross-border routes. Duties include:

• Driving as part of a two-person team or convoy to ensure safe and efficient delivery of goods.

• Operating straight or articulated trucks, including dump trucks and tractor-trailers, for the transportation of cargo.

• Loading and unloading goods safely and efficiently.

• Performing pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections to verify vehicle condition, including tires, lights, brakes, cold storage units, and other essential equipment.

• Overseeing the general condition of the truck and performing preventive maintenance.

• Conducting brake adjustments and minor roadside emergency repairs when necessary.

• Recording cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled, and fuel consumption in driver logbooks and other required documentation.

• Communicating effectively with central dispatch to receive and relay information.

• Completing and managing documentation such as bills of lading, inspection reports, maintenance reports, and trans-border paperwork.

• Securing cargo through tarping and ensuring the overall safety and security of goods during transit.

• Transporting and handling dangerous goods according to safety standards and regulations.

• Using GPS and other navigation systems to plan and follow routes efficiently.

Education and Experience

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate is required.

• Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year of truck driving experience.

Licences and Certifications

Applicants must hold the following valid licences and endorsements:

• AZ Class Licence (Driver’s Licence – Class 1 or A).

• Air Brakes Endorsement (Air Brake “Z”).

• Valid Dangerous Goods Certification (preferred for handling restricted cargo).

Additional Knowledge and Specializations

• Documentation Knowledge: Ability to complete and manage bills of lading, logbooks, inspection reports, maintenance records, and trans-border documentation.

• Equipment Knowledge: Experience operating dump trucks, tractor-trailers, and vehicles with manual transmissions.

• Communication Systems: Skilled in using GPS and other electronic navigation equipment for route planning.

Security and Safety Requirements

• Valid passport (required for cross-border transport).

• Driver’s licence validity check.

• Abstract and driving record check.

• Drug and alcohol test clearance.

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements

This role requires attention to detail, patience, and the ability to manage repetitive tasks. Key conditions include extended periods of sitting while driving, handling loads of up to 23 kg (50 lbs), operating manual transmission vehicles, and the ability to manage the physical demands of tarping, loading/unloading, and equipment operation.

Tools and Equipment

Successful applicants are expected to have or use the following: cellular phone for communication, steel-toed safety boots for workplace protection, safety vest and gloves for compliance with safety requirements.

Personal Suitability

We are seeking candidates who demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, flexibility to adapt to varied schedules and unexpected challenges, good judgment and decision-making abilities, high levels of reliability and punctuality, patience and professionalism, particularly during long drives and customer interactions.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary: $32.00 per hour. Hours: 35–40 per week, full-time, permanent employment. Benefits: Other benefits, including on-site parking and supportive working conditions.

Who Can Apply

You are eligible to apply if you are a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit. Please do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to applications from candidates without valid Canadian work authorization.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through the following methods:

• Direct Apply: Submit your application through the Job Bank system.

• By Email: Send your resume and relevant documents to joe-ghazal@hotmail.com.

Advertised until: October 18, 2025.

This is an excellent opportunity for motivated truck drivers who want to build a career in logistics and transportation with a reputable company. If you are reliable, safety-focused, and ready for full-time work in a dynamic environment, apply today and join JETTRUCKING LIMITED.