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Job Title: Professional Truck Driver
Start Date: Immediate
Compensation: Flexible
Job Description:
We seek a highly skilled and experienced Professional Truck Driver to join our team on a contractual basis.
This role is critical in supporting our operations across rural and northern Manitoba, particularly in transporting building and construction materials.
The position demands a high degree of expertise in navigating challenging road conditions, including winter roads and ferry entries/exits.
Mandatory Requirements:
Class 1 Driver’s License: Must possess a valid Class 1 license.
Drivers License Abstract.
Work Authorization: Must have valid authorization to work in Canada.
Experience: At least 3 years of professional driving experience in Manitoba.
Local Knowledge: Familiarity with rural and northern Manitoba communities; comfortable living and working in these areas.
Specialized Skills:
Proficiency in driving semi-trailer trucks, including during ferry operations.
Experienced in navigating winter roads when ferry services are unavailable.
Experience in handling and transporting building/construction materials.
Flexibility: Open to flexible work schedules and assignment locations within Manitoba.
Role Responsibilities:
Safe operation of semi-trailer trucks across designated routes.
Timely transportation and delivery of materials.
Compliance with all transportation laws and regulations.
Maintenance of accurate logs and records.
Contract Duration:
The initial contract will run until October 31, 2024, or until ferry services into the community are no longer operational, whichever comes first.
There is a potential opportunity for contract extension and progression to full management of the truck, offering paid transport services to other local communities.
Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate will be highly reliable with an entrepreneurial mindset, ready to manage challenges independently, and contribute to the community's connectivity and supply chain needs.
Application:
Interested candidates should submit a resume detailing relevant experience and qualifications, along with a brief on why they are the best fit for this position.
We offer a dynamic work environment and the chance to make a significant impact in the communities we serve. If you are a seasoned professional looking for an exciting opportunity in truck driving and operations management, we encourage you to apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 1 month
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30 – 50 per week
Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Manitoba: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you experienced driving through rural and northern Manitoba?
• Are you comfortable driving into a ferry?
• Are you comfortable driving on winter roads?
• Are you comfortable to resume as early as Monday October 14, 2024?

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Commercial driving: 3 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 1 Licence (required)

Location:

• Manitoba (required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (required)

Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2024-10-14