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Savage Class 1 Truck Driver in Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia

Come work with us! Savage has been designated by USA Today as a Top Workplace and also received recognition as a Military Friendly Employer, and a Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation.

Savage is hiring a Class 1 Truck Driver in Point Tupper!

Do you like sleeping at home in your own bed, working with a company that values you and focuses on safety? All our Drivers have local routes where they are home every day!

Here are just a few of the benefits you can expect from working with Savage:

  • $20.00/hourly (flat rate) with supplemental Driver pay up to $28.00

  • Paid uniforms & PPE (laundering included)

  • $200/year steel toe boot allowance

  • Excellent Benefits program including medical, dental, vision, and RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Plan) with match into a DPSP (Deferred Profit Sharing Plan)

  • Generous paid time off policy that exceeds the statutory norm

  • Please note no relocation package will be provided for this position and candidates must have the necessary work authorization for Canada.

    Here’s a preview of what you’ll be doing:

    Safely and efficiently transport coal to and from our customer's locations. Drive a rotation of 12-hour shifts (this site operates 7 days/week and shifts may change based on operational needs).

    What are we looking for?

  • Valid Class 1 Driver's License

  • Willing to load trucks (with coal) using a payloader – training provided if required

  • High School or GED

  • 18 years of age or older

  • Minimum of 1-year experience operating tractor/trailer combination

  • The ability to:

  • work from written and verbal instructions

  • work with a team, take direction from supervisor(s), adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules

  • safely perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the safety of his or her own self, or the safety of others

  • work overtime as required

  • read, write, and understand English

  • Successful candidates must be willing to work any shift, including weekends (no overnight work)

    Physical Requirements

  • This position requires the willingness and ability to work at heights as well as climb stairs

  • Lift up to 50 pounds

  • Work in an environment containing coal dust and in hot, cold, and wet environments

  • Must have the ability and willingness to perform the essential physical functions of the position

  • Candidates must be willing and able to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE)

    Additional Information:

Savage maintains a drug free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer that complies with applicable human rights legislative requirements, including the duty to accommodate.

For more information or questions about opportunities at Savage, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team (talentacquisition@savageservices.com) .

Job Details

Job Family Skilled Player

Pay Type Hourly

Education Level High School

Travel Required Yes

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