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Position Summary Position Title: Class 1 Flatbed Driver Location: Dartmouth, NS Delivery Area: Local Employment Type: Full-Time Shift Schedule: Days | Monday–Saturday Start Time: 7:00 A.M We are seeking dependable, safety-focused, and customer-oriented drivers to join our growing transportation team. This role is ideal for professionals who take pride in their work, consistently deliver high-quality service, and can operate safely and professionally in a fast-paced environment while representing the company. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, and women. Responsibilities: · Safely operate company vehicles to transport freight across city/local routes · Complete deliveries and pickups to customer locations within the Dartmouth, NS area in a safe, timely, and professional manner · Operate flatbed equipment in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements · Secure freight using appropriate equipment such as straps, chains, and load bars, ensuring compliance with load-securement standards · Transport general freight in accordance with safety and regulatory guidelines · Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections of the vehicle, including checking tires, brakes, lights, and cargo securement; promptly report any issues to the maintenance department for timely repairs. · Accurately complete all required documentation, including e-logs, inspection reports, delivery paperwork, and incident reports · Maintain compliance with hours-of-service regulations, safety policies, and company procedures · Maintain flexibility to meet operational and customer demands, including variable schedules, overtime, weekends, or overnight runs as required
Core Requirements · Valid 1 driver's license · Bondable and legally eligible to work in Canada · Clean CVOR and driver’s abstract · Verifiable recent commercial driving experience · Strong understanding of road safety regulations, hours of service, and load securement · Experience operating commercial vehicles in winter driving conditions · Ability to accurately complete eLogs, vehicle inspection reports, and delivery documentation · Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs as required · Strong customer service and communication skills with a professional, safety-focused approach
Role-Specific Requirements · Minimum 2 years of verifiable Class 1 driving experience · Crane certification is an asset · Experience securing loads using chains and straps in all weather conditions · Experience hauling steel, lumber, or similar freight · Strong knowledge of New Minas and surrounding areas · Previous experience operating specialized equipment Moffett's an asset · Ability to safely perform hand-bombing, including manual loading and unloading of freight, as required.



