G Licensed Driver – #6826 – L
Turkstra Lumber
We are a family owned and operated business that has served Hamilton and the Niagara Region for over 65 years. With 11 retail and 2 manufacturing locations and over 250 employees, we still manage to maintain traditional values and continue to develop and find new ways to support our communities by providing quality services and building products, creating job opportunities and working with various community outreach programs. Our motto “Always on the Level” is as old as the company itself and we still proudly stand behind and try to live our motto with every interaction.
The Driver position is a very physical position. It requires loading & unloading of product as well as assisting in the yard.
- Ensures error free delivery and customer satisfaction
- Responsible for fleet maintenance (circle checks, fueling and WET service)
- Practices proper load safety and securement (banding, strapping, weight and placement)
- Demonstrates efficient route planning
- Demonstrates proper unloading procedures
- Understands Highway Traffic Act and follows procedures on scales and truck routes
- Follows accident procedures (communication and documentation)
- Maintains appropriate logs for mileage, fuel consumption and road hours
Education/Experience Requirements:
- G licence with 3+ years of RECENT commercial G driving experience
- General interest in the construction industry
- Experience or knowledge with related products and services
- Vocational training is an asset
- Experience of construction industry is an asset
- Load building, securing and dumping experience is an asset
Physical Requirements:
- Required to lift heavy material/objects
- Ability to work in outdoors in all weather conditions
What we offer:
- FT employees receive benefits after probationary period
- Limited hours, no evenings or Sundays
- Discretionary bonus program
- Employee personal and professional development
- Career advancement opportunities
- Personalized training
- Employee discount from day 1
- Draws regularly for sporting and theatre events
- Company events regularly
- Dynamic work environment
- Diverse culture and family values
