Moving On Up Home Solutions Ltd is a well-established transportation company based in Victoria that specializes in freight services for the federal government. We are seeking an experienced and reliable 5-ton truck driver to transport government mail between Victoria and Sooke (candidate must live in Victoria).
This is a split shift route that operates Monday - Friday.
Candidate must be able to work on weekends and statutory holidays, as required.
Shift 1: 04:30 - 06:30 Monday - Friday
Shift 2: 15:30 - 18:30 Monday – Friday
Shift 3: 22:00 - 00:00 Friday ONLY
Duties:
- Perform pre-trip inspection of truck.
- Drive 5-ton truck (24ft box) and deliver pallets to federal offices in a safe and respectful manner.
- Drive safely according to road conditions including snow and heavy rain.
- Unload pallets safely using power tailgate lift and manual pallet jack.
Qualifications:
- Class 5 driver's license (Preference given to candidates with air brake endorsement).
- 2 years' experience driving 5-ton trucks.
- Clean driver's abstract for past 3 years.
- MUST be able to obtain federal security clearance (pass background/criminal record checks).
- Be in good physical health - must be able to lift up to 50lbs unassisted and operate power tailgate lift and pallet moving equipment.
General Requirements:
- Have own transportation to truck yard.
- Own a cell phone.
- Own steel-toe shoes.
- Work well with others and follow directions.
* Timeliness is crucial.
Please include your resume and driver's abstract for past 3 years.
We thank all candidates; however only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 35 per week
Salary: $150.00-$225.00 per day
Schedule:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Experience:
- 5-ton truck driving: 1 year (preferred)
- driving: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 (required)