az truck driver jobs in Ottawa, ON

Overview

Located in Ottawa, Ontario, Central Precast was established in 1956 and began manufacturing precast concrete products for the general construction industry. The product line and manufacturing facility grew to include landscape products, steps, and architectural panels and is a part of The Precast Group which is the largest precast concrete products producer in Eastern Ontario. The Precast Group has three manufacturing operations: Central Precast, M Con Products and Utility Structures Inc. Our mission is to meet the demands of our customers and employees, under a safe working environment, where service and quality are at the forefront. We have an immediate opening for a AZ Driver.

Come join a growing family that values respect, integrity, and above all else getting you home safely to your loved ones. We are looking for motivated and positive individuals to grow with our team.

Responsibilities

• Performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections of equipment, paperwork, and loaded product.
• Maintaining daily electronic driving logs.
• Drive to destinations as outlined in the manifest in a safe, responsible, manner and in compliance with all laws and transportation regulations.
• Notifying Customer Service of any route changes, time delays, and non-delivered orders.
• Checking-in with customers at each designated
• Finding solutions to possible challenges with the assistance of Customer Service.
• Unloading and delivering a product to an assigned area within the account as directed by the customer.
• Submitting customer payments and paperwork to appropriate personnel in a timely manner.
• Performing other tasks and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education Required:

• Ontario Class AZ License or Quebec Equivalent.
• Highschool diploma, preferred

Years of Experience

• 1-2 years Boom Experience, preferred

Specific Experience

• Safe driving record.
• Commitment to quality customer service by utilizing excellent communication skills.
• Ability to read, write and communicate information accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to follow all established procedures and regulations.
• Ability to apply general math and mechanical maintenance skills.
• Flexibility to work extended hours as needed is preferred.
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding, bending, crouching, kneeling, may be required
• Prior experience in a precast concrete plant would be a strong asset

Competencies

• Self-starter, with excellent work ethic
• Strong team player with a positive attitude
• Maintain high level of safety at all times
• Able to work in a fast-paced, high production environment
• Willing to work overtime and shifts when needed including Saturdays
• Able to work unsupervised, motivated to complete all tasks
• Repetitive tasks
• Maintain a professional attitude at all times, especially when handling stressful situations

Own Tools/Equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots (own)
• Hard Hat (supplied)
• Safety Vest (supplied)
• Glasses (supplied)
• Gloves (supplied)
• Ear Plugs (supplied)

Working Conditions

• Wage ~$38.36–41.69/hr (includes vacation pay, benefits and pension, as per collective agreement)
• Permanent, full-time, Monday-Friday, 44 hours / week
• Located in Ottawa, Ontario

Benefits

At Central Precast, we know your power comes from your overall well-being and the well-being of your family. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health of you and your family. As a part of our family, your benefit offerings include:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Other

Pre-employment medical including drug & alcohol testing and a criminal record check may be required

To apply, please submit a resume to hr@centralprecast.com. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.