Seasonal Truck Driver

G Visser & Sons is a potato farm and packing operation located in Orwell Cove on beautiful Prince Edward Island. For almost 40 years, we have been growing potatoes of all colors, shapes, and sizes in rich red PEI soil. We have built a solid reputation of consistently growing quality potatoes, or spuds as we often call them, for both the fresh table market and for seed. Our packing operation washes, grades, and packs potatoes to be enjoyed throughout Canada, the United States, and Puerto Rico. We have a longstanding reputation with retailers, distributors, co-packers, and customers for providing exceptional quality, and having the capacity and flexibility to deliver what they need, when they need it. On our farm, sustainability and stewardship are not just buzzwords but are values that shape our operation and culture. In addition to potatoes, we grow a wide variety of rotation crops including corn, grain, and soil builders.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Truck Driver

Department: Farm

Reports to: Director of Farm Operations

Staff reporting to this position: N/A

Work term: Seasonal

Start date: ASAP

Summary Description

Our company is seeking Seasonal Truck Drivers to join our team and play a crucial role in our fall harvest operations. As a Truck Driver, you will be responsible for transporting potatoes from our fields across Eastern PEI to our various warehouses and packing facilities. You will also drive the truck alongside our potato harvesting equipment in the field to collect the potatoes as they are harvested.

Drivers should be willing to work flexible and/or extended hours, including evenings and weekends, during peak seasons to get the job done.

Must have Class 3A or 1A License.

Major Tasks Responsibilities

• Drive alongside harvest equipment in the field and then transport the potatoes from the field to the warehouse or packing facility.
• Assist in loading and unloading potatoes.
• Operate equipment safely and competently.
• Complete pre-and post-trip inspections and address any issues immediately.
• Be attentive to equipment cleaning, maintenance, etc. to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime.
• Complete operations in a logical and efficient manner.
• Work as part of a team and execute your role with a sense of pride and ownership (care for equipment, attention to detail, etc.)
• Help with other tasks (rock picking, cleanup, cleaning out the truck box, directing the next truck, etc.) as needed.
• Education/Qualification and Experience
• Valid Class 3A license or better with a minimum of three years experience driving Class 3A or better.
• Driver’s Abstract and reference will be requested.
• Previous experience driving in the field during potato harvest would be an asset.

Key Skill/Competencies

• Energetic
• Self-motivated
• Punctual
• Detail-oriented
• Dependable
• Persistent
• Team worker
• Positive attitude
• Ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with managers, other employees, etc.
• Ability to listen to instructions, follow directions accurately, receive feedback, and modify behavior accordingly.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends when required.

Work Environment

• Noise, dust, cool, damp
• Equipment to be Used
• Tandem axle truck, tractor, forklift, farm implements, etc.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vernon Bridge, PE C0A 1A0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 3A or 1A License or better (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-10-15