Truck Driver (Class 1 Experience Required + Cross Border)Position #: 69Type: SingleOpenings: 10Eassons Transportation Group, family-owned and operated since 1945, is headquartered in Kentville NS, with terminals in Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Eassons Transportation Group proudly operates approximately 350 trucks between company assets and owner-operators and employs over 500 employee partners. Eassons Transportation Group provides dry and temperature-controlled TL/LTL services across Canada and the United States. Eassons Transportation Group is recognizedas a Top Fleet Employer.LocationKentville, NS, B4N 3V7Salary$60,000 to 86,000 annually (To be negotiated), 40 to 50 hours per WeekA DRIVER WITH ONE YEAR OF EXPERIENCE IS PAID $0.48 PER MILEDRIVERS CAN EXPECT APPROXIMATELY 2,500 MILE PER WEEKFIND OUR NOVEMBER 2024 PAY GRID HERE - https://eassons.Com/sites/default/files/EASSONS%20Company%20Driver.PdfTerms of employmentPermanent employment, Full timeDay, Early Morning, Evening, Morning, Night, WeekendStart dateStarts as soon as possibleBenefitsHealth benefits, Long term benefitsOTHER BENEFITS OF JOINING EASSONS TRANSPORT:Paid weekly + OvertimeExtra Pick/Drop PaidBenefits package with life insurance starting immediatelyVirtual Health Care, with 24-hour accessRecognition, Reward, and Wellness Programs, including pay for a Clean Level-1 InspectionLate-model equipment (Auto-shifts available)Some of the best 24/7 support staff in the industryVacancies10 vacanciesLanguagesEnglishEducationSecondary (high) school graduation certificateExperience1 year to less than 2 yearsWork settingVarious locationsResponsibilities and TasksProfessionalism in customer serviceDrive as part of a two-person team or convoyLoad and unload goodsOperate and driveClass 1 or articulated trucks to transport goods and materialsOversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipmentPerform brake adjustmentsPerform pre-trip,



en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicleReceive and relay information to central dispatchRecord cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumptionCredentials/Certificates, licences, memberships, and coursesAir Brake (Z) Endorsement, Defensive Driving Course, Driver's License (Class 1 or A), Forklift Operator Certification, Professional Driver Improvement Certificate, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) CertificateDocumentation knowledgeAccident or incident reports, Bill of lading, Driver logbook, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), Trans-border documentation, Trip reportsType of trucking and equipmentRefrigerated, Tractor-trailerCommunication systems experienceOperate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment, Trip recorder (on-board computer)Transportation/travel experienceLong-haulSecurity and safetyValid passport, Basic security clearance, Criminal record check, Driving record check (abstract), Drug testTransportation/travel informationDrive manual transmission vehicle, Valid driver's licence, Willing to travel cross-border, Willing to travel for extended periods, Willing to travel internationally, Willing to travel overnightWork conditions and physical capabilitiesAttention to detail, Physically demanding, SittingWeight handlingUp to 23 kg (50 lbs)Own tools/equipmentCellular phone, Steel-toed safety bootsPersonal suitabilityEfficient interpersonal skills, Flexibility, Judgement, Organized, Reliability, Team playerBenefitsHealth benefitsDental plan, Disability perks, Health care plan, Paramedical services coverage, Vision care benefitsFinancial benefitsGroup insurance benefits, Life insurance, Mileage paid, Piece workLong term benefitsLong-term care insuranceOur goal is to be a diverse workforce and we welcome applications from all equity groups. If you are a member of one of the equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your cover letter or your resume.

📌 Truck Driver (Class 1 Experience Required + Cross Border) (Toronto)
🏢 Eassons Transport
📍 Toronto