Holmes Agro is a leading agricultural transportation company located in Laurel, ON, specializing in the delivery of agricultural goods. We are committed to providing excellent service and ensuring the safe and timely transportation of products for our clients.
Job Details:
- Location: Laurel, ON
- Workplace Information: On the road
- Salary: $24.00 to $27.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 to 44 hours per week
- Employment Type: Seasonal employment, Full-time
- Work Schedule: Day, Weekend, Overtime
- Start Date: April 14, 2025
- Vacancies: 2
- Source: Job Bank #3255122
Overview:
- Languages: English
- Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
- Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years
Work Environment:
- Work locations may vary; frequent or constant travel is required.
- Dusty work environment.
Responsibilities:
- Address customers’ complaints or concerns with professionalism
- Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
- Load and unload goods
- Oversee the condition of the vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage, and other equipment
- Perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections
- Receive and relay information to central dispatch
- Record cargo information, hours of service, distance traveled, and fuel consumption
- Ensure the safety and security of cargo through tarping
- Transport and handle dangerous goods
Credentials:
- AZ Class License
- DZ Class License
- Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
- Commercial Vehicle Operator’s Registration (CVOR) Certificate
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate
Experience and Specialization:
- Knowledge of documentation including accident or incident reports, bills of lading, driver logbooks, and maintenance reports
- Experience with dry bulk, flatbed, straight truck (4,600 kg+ or 10,000 lbs+ with 3+ axles), and tractor-trailer
- Familiarity with GPS and other navigation equipment
Additional Information:
- Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:
- Attention to detail
- Overtime may be required
- Ability to handle repetitive tasks and sit for extended periods
- Weight handling up to 100 lbs (45 kg)
Personal Suitability:
- Efficient interpersonal skills
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Flexibility
- Judgement
- Organized
- Reliable
- Team player
- Hardworking
- Patience
Benefits:
- Other benefits, including free parking available
Who Can Apply for This Job?
Applications are accepted from:
- Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or temporary residents of Canada.
- Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.
Note: If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.
How to Apply:
- Online: Apply Here
- In Person:
- 473088 County Rd #11 Amaranth,
- Orangeville, ON L9W 0R2
- Between 08:00 a.m. and 05:00 p.m.
Application Instructions:
Include the following in your application:
- Proof of the requested certifications
Please answer the following screening questions when applying:
- Are you available for the advertised start date?
- Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
- Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
- Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
- Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
Application Deadline: April 11, 2025
Important Notice: This job posting was directly posted by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to ensure its accuracy, but cannot guarantee its authenticity.