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. Military Veterans and Reservists are encouraged to apply. 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 norms 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: + A complete job description is available upon request + Savage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace Job Details Job Family Skilled Player Pay Type Hourly