Required immediately, our Winnipeg Branch is seeking a Long-Haul Truck Driver
FLOFORM Countertops is a Canadian company with its head office in Winnipeg, MB and has 16 branches and 5 manufacturing facilities located in Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest. FLOFORM manufactures, sells and installs over 20,000 premium surface countertops a year. Established in 1961, FLOFORM is proud to be one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.
POSITION SUMMARY: Our Long-Haul Driver is responsible for transporting countertops to and from branches and suppliers in accordance with their set route in Canada.
Desired Skills & Experience: Must have and maintain Current Class 1 commercial driver's license and be forklift certified
High School Diploma or equivalency
10 years of experience of long-haul driving
1 year of experience with step deck, double drop or flatbed freight required
Knowledge of highway and road regulations
Valid work permit
Ability to operate a Forklift is an asset
Basic math skills
Must be able to lift 100lbs assisted
Able to drive for long extensive periods of time
Must have a clean driving record and a clear criminal record
Must be comfortable driving in winter conditions
Duties and Responsibilities: Safely operates flatbed,
semi-truck to transport countertops in a long-haul setting
Follows set trip route and reports on location as required
Sets route schedule
Safely operates a forklift and obtains certification
Loads and unloads cargo
Records cargo deliveries
Refuels and cleans vehicle to maintain proper maintenance and housekeeping standards in vehicle
Reports road incidents to supervisor
Follows traffic laws
Follows accident procedures if necessary
Maintains all paperwork associated with trips and turnover to supervisor at end of shift
Reports mechanical problems to maintenance personnel
Plans routes using GPS system
Maintains a positive attitude with customers both internal and external
Commercial driver's license must be kept up to date at all times
Regular out-of-town and overnight travel throughout Canada
Other duties as assigned
FLOFORM is proud to offer the successful candidate: Wage negotiable DOE
Medical and dental benefits
RRSP Matching
FLOFORM Countertops offers a positive and fun working workplace that rewards those who share in our mission: “To consistently provide our customers the best countertop purchasing experience available.”
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.