Since 1945 – Family owned and operated - Eassons Transportation Group is headquartered in Kentville NS, with terminals in Coldbrook, NS, Sydney, NS, Albany, PEI, Moncton, NB, Mount Pearl, NL, Belleville, ON and Mississauga, ON.

Eassons operates approximately 325 trucks and employs over 500 people.

Eassons Transportation Group provides dry and temperature controlled TL/LTL services across Canada and the United States.

Location Kentville, NS B4N 3V7 Workplace information On site Salary $63,500 to 89,500 annually (To be negotiated) / 40 to 50 hours per Week Minimum wage is guaranteed • A DRIVER WITH ONE YEAR OF EXPERIENCE IS PAID $0.285 PER TRUCK MILE • DRIVES CAN EXPECT APPROXIMATELY 5,000 MILE PER WEEK • FIND OUR NOVEMBER 2024 PAY GRID HERE - Terms of employment Permanent employment, Full time Day, Early Morning, Evening, Morning, Night, Weekend Starts As soon as possible Benefits Health benefits, Long term benefits OTHER BENEFITS OF JOINING EASSONS TRANSPORT: • Paid weekly + Overtime • Extra Pick/Drop Paid • Benefits package with life insurance starting immediately • Virtual Health Care, with 24-hour access • Recognition, Reward, and Wellness Programs, including pay for a Clean Level-1 Inspection • Late-model equipment (Auto-shifts available) • Some of the best 24/7 support staff in the industry Vacancies 10 vacancies Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 1 year to less than 2 years HOWEVER, CONTACT US TODAY TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OPPORTUNITIES FOR NEW CLASS 1 DRIVERS AND THOSE LOOKING TO BECOME CLASS 1 DRIVERS. WE OFFER TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES FOR DRIVERS OF ALL LEVELS LOOKING FOR AN EXCITING CAREER IN TRUCKING.

On site Work must be completed at the physical location.

There is no option to work remotely.





Work setting Various locations Tasks - Professionalism in customer service - Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy - Load and unload goods - Operate and drive Class 1 or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials - Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment - Perform brake adjustments - Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle - Receive and relay information to central dispatch - Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Air 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) Certificate Documentation knowledge Accident or incident reports, Bill of lading, Driver logbook, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), Trans-border documentation, Trip reports Type of trucking and equipment Refrigerated Tractor-trailer Communication systems experience Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment, Trip recorder (on-board computer) Transportation/travel experience Long-haul Security and safety Valid passport, Basic security clearance, Criminal record check, Driving record check (abstract), Drug test Transportation/travel information Drive 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 overnight Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail, Physically demanding, Sitting Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Own tools/equipment Cellular phone, Steel-toed safety boots Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills, Flexibility, Judgement, Organized, Reliability, Team player Benefits Health benefits - Dental plan, Disability benefits, Health care plan, Paramedical services coverage, Vision care benefits Financial benefits Bonus, Group insurance benefits, Life insurance, Mileage paid, Pension plan, Piece work Long term benefits Long-term care insurance By email Online Our 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.

Employment Benefits As an employee of the Eassons Transportation Group, you will have the prospect to take part in our benefit plan which includes: Comprehensive and Competitive Pay Package Vacation and Holiday Pay Health Insurance including Out-Of-Country Medical Life Insurance including Dependents Dental and Drug Long Term Disability Accidental Death and Dismemberment Employee Assistance Professionals Hotline RRSP's Access to Training...

Adverse Conditions Backing Refresher Cargo Securement Changing Lanes and Passing Refresher Introduction to CSA for Drivers Defensive Driving Fire Extinguisher Hours of Service and Logbooks (US and Canada) Lift Truck Operator Skills Maximizing Your Fuel Owner Operators: Managing Your Business Practical Vehicle Inspection - Tractor-Trailer The Road to Wellness The Road to Wellness - Diet & Exercise The Road to Wellness - Fatigue The Road to Wellness - Illness and Injury WHMIS Winter Driving

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