RESPONSIBILITIES
Main Activities

Safe and efficient operation of bulk transport vehicle

Adhere to safety practices and procedures

Adhere to Dairy Industry Act and Regulations

Maintain robust communication with peers, customers and Operations Manager

Fuel vehicle, check oil, and report required repairs/maintenance

Maintain log books/records on mileage, report all accidents and turn in paperwork in a timely manner

Load truck with minimal to no product loss

Unload truck with minimal to no product loss

Cleaning exterior and inside the tanks of bulk milk trucks

Maintain excellent attendance along with clean work habits

Climb ladders to the top of the bulk tanks to check tank levels and for cleanliness

Perform other duties as required

Superior Customer Service
Agrifoods International Cooperative Ltd. would not exist if we did not have customers. It is the primary responsibility of all employees to ensure customers are completely satisfied with our services. When placed in a compromising situation, contact a supervisor.

Responsible and Professional Behaviour
Being a professional driver means that Agrifoods International Cooperative Ltd. has an expectation that all employees are to be professional, responsible and appropriate in all situations. We expect all employees that are driving company vehicles to behave like the professional driver they are. You are responsible for your own behaviour on the road and inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated. When placed in a compromising situation, contact a supervisor.

On-The-Job Performance
We each have multiple tasks to perform during on-duty time.



It is your responsibility to ensure that the tasks assigned to your position are being completed and in a safe and timely manner.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES
Knowledge
The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:

Knowledge of truck and equipment safety

Knowledge of log books

Experience as a Class 1 driver

Unstable load experience

Skills and Abilities
The incumbent must demonstrate the following skills:

Effective writing, reading and communication skills

Ability to deal with customers effectively and represent the company in a professional manner

Ability to operate and manoeuvre a tractor trailer in a responsible manner

A clean drivers abstract

Time management skills

Personal Attributes
The incumbent must demonstrate the following personal attributes:

Be honest and trustworthy

Demonstrate sound work ethic

Be respectful

Responsible, self-motivated individual able to work with little supervision

EDUCATION
The incumbent would normally attain the required knowledge and skills through completion of grade 12 educations, and obtaining a class 1 driver’s license and completing an accredited driving program.





WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands

The Bulk Milk Tanker Driver has a somewhat physically demanding job. Climbing, lifting, pulling, sitting for long periods of time and managing awkward objects are required. The driver will need to be prepared to work in all weather conditions.

Environmental Conditions

The incumbent must work outside in all weather conditions. The Bulk Milk Tanker Driver may encounter noise, vibration, poor weather conditions or heavy traffic that may cause physical stress for the driver. When on a producer’s property there may be icy, muddy, wet conditions in and around buildings.

Sensory Demands

The incumbent may be exposed to noise, and unpleasant sights and smells.

Mental Demands

There are a number of collections that must be made in an effective and efficient manner. The Bulk Milk Tanker Driver must work independently and is expected to maintain a schedule. Any problems or inconveniences may result in increased stress. Noise, vibration, poor weather conditions or heavy traffic mentioned earlier may also cause mental stress for the driver.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision

Class 1 driver’s license to operate and drive a tractor trailer

Experience hauling unstable loads

Must obtain Milk Graders License

Must pass a company driving test

Ability to keep accurate records

Ability to deal effectively with all customers

Excellent attendance, dependability and work records along with clean work habits

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📌 Bulk Milk Tanker Driver (Saskatchewan)
🏢 Agrifoods International Cooperative
📍 Saskatchewan