Class 1 Driver Lead Hand

**Why you’ll love Canada Cartage**

An iconic Canadian company with over 100 years of helping companies grow and succeed in Canada, we provide national dedicated fleet solutions, general freight services, managed transportation, fulfillment & distribution, and home delivery. With a national network of terminals, cross-docks, and distribution centres, we are one of Canada’s largest and most trusted supply chain service providers. Driven to exceed customer expectations, and supported by technology and innovation, we bring simplicity to complex logistics challenges.

We work with intelligent and focused leaders who are driven to create an outstanding customer experience in partnership with Canadian leading brands. Canada Cartage is deeply rooted in family values with an entrepreneurial culture where ideas are welcomed, growth is fostered, and high performance is championed. A recognized thought leader and founded in 1914, Canada Cartage dominates the industry by delivering innovative fleet solutions.

**Position Summary**

Under the direction of the Senior Operations Manager, the Lead Hand oversees the daily operations across various services while also handling full-time driving responsibilities. Responsible for transporting a variety of cargo on flatbed trailers while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and securing loads properly. Your role includes conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections, managing delivery schedules, and operating the vehicle safely on various routes.

**Location: Dartmouth, NS**

**Schedule**:Monday to Saturday**

**Hours: 7 am to 3 pm (could vary)**

**What you will do**
- Organize, coordinate, schedule drivers
- Document and report on the various maintenance or delivery operations
- Train, mentor, coach, and guide the drivers on safety, PM, continuous improvement, and operational efficiencies
- Ensure safe and timely delivery of loads
- Secure loads with proper strapping, regardless of weather conditions
- Report to dispatch at the start and end of each shift
- Maintain consistent communication with customers throughout the delivery process.
- Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle, including checking tires, brakes, lights, and cargo securement, and report any issues to the maintenance department for timely repairs

**What You’ll Bring**
- Valid Class 1 license
- 2 years of Class 1 driving experience
- Prior team lead or lead hand experience is an asset
- Flatbed experience is an asset
- Must have excellent customer service skills
- Less than High School, but has basic reading, communication, and arithmetic skills to follow direction
- Must be willing to learn Flatbed and Moffett

**Along with the following Skills & Competencies**:

- Must be comfortable with both city and highway driving, regular tight turns, and backup into small docks
- Ability to lift to 50lbs consistently
- Follow company rules and regulations in regard to safety and hours of service

**Why people love working for Canada Cartage**
- Cohesive team and a positive, hard-working atmosphere.
- Meaningful opportunities for career growth.
- Company-wide recognition initiatives are designed to recognize employees when they demonstrate outstanding customer service, teamwork, and core values.
- Perks - discounted hotels, car rentals, entertainment, gym memberships, phone plans, electronics, to name a few
- Fun events throughout the year, like summer barbecues and driver-appreciation week, regularly bring us together.
- We give back to the communities in which we operate by volunteering and donating to local charities.
- We are a strong company that weathers the storm through pandemics and recessionary periods so that we can benefit from good economic environments.

**We are a top employer**
- Canada Cartage has been recognized on the Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers for six straight years in a row.
- Trucking HR has announced that Canada Cartage has again been selected, for the 8th year in a row, as one of Canada’s Top Fleet Employers. In addition, we have been recognized as an Employer of Distinction for the 4th year in a row. This serves to reinforce Canada Cartage’s reputation as an employer of high quality.
- We’ve been acknowledged by Forbes 2023, as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity

**Come work with an industry leader**

Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.

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