Class 1/AZ City Driver/Yard Supervisor

Bison Transport Inc O/O; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bison Transport Saskatoon is seeking a Driver Instructor and Maintenance Coordinator to join the Terminal team. The role focuses on yard upkeep, safety, and driver development, coordinating with operations to ensure efficient, safe runs.

You will supervise maintenance tasks, support new driver training, and liaise with vendors. The position requires Class 1/AZ and strong organizational and communication skills in English.

Qualifications

• Class 1 license required and experience with heavy equipment.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Comfortable in varied weather and manual labor.
• Experience with electrical/HVAC is an asset.
• Must understand and communicate in English.
• Familiarity with PC tools and scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Yard maintenance: snow removal, cleaning, dragging, and monitoring condition.
• Safe movement of shunt trucks and yard access control.
• Security duties: monitor fences, signage, and cameras.
• Office/building upkeep and supply management.
• Safety responsibilities: OHS duties, accidents, and policy enforcement.
• Shop coordination: part shipments, DEF supplies, and vendor liaison.
• Operations/Driver development: coordinate with managers, road tests, driver training.
• Other duties and miscellaneous tasks as assigned.

Skills

Class 1/AZ

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Heavy equipment operation

Electrical/HVAC knowledge

English communication

Outlook

Excel

TMW

Tools

Outlook

Excel

TMW

Job description

Bison Drivers are paid every week, on time! This schedule runs Monday to Friday, 0600 depart time with the flexibility to start early

• Approximately 50% city P&D and 50% yard
• Hours of work might change from time to time according to operational demands
• Driver assist: unloading boxes up to 50 lb. might be required

The purpose of this position is to ensure the Saskatoon Terminal building and property is well maintained and secure. This will include promoting energy efficient use of utilities, coordinating and managing contractors and ensuring all necessary repairs are made in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities

Yard Maintenance

• Snow removal
• Cleaning
• Dragging
• Monitoring condition for grading/sanding/snow removal/weed removal, etc. is required
• Shunt trucks, trailers, and convertors within the yard to maintain proper flow and access
• Other duties as assigned

Security

• Monitor and report security fence breaches and ensure repairs are completed in a timely fashion.
• Ensure proper signage is maintained and updated as needed at all Terminal entry points and around terminal as required.
• Cameras – ensure proper positioning and cleanliness

Office/Building Maintenance

• Oversee cleaning and organizing of office and contents
• Minor repairs and upkeep of infrastructure
• Monitor and order supplies as required (coffee, paper, bathroom supplies, trip envelopes, etc.)

Safety

• Safety Committee Chairperson.
• OHS duties and inspections (Shop, Office & property) along with related responsibility related to OHS
• Accident & Claims department onsite contact.
• Supervise and assist in on and offsite accidents.
• Enforce Bison Transport policies and procedures as needed at terminal.

Shop

• Arrange for shipment of warranty parts to internal warranty department.
• Periodically check sump levels and order vacuum truck as needed.
• Liaison between Vendors and OTR and other maintenance coordinators.
• Ensure proper DEF supplies are on hand and pump is working and maintained.
• Arrange and or deliver and pick up tractors to and from vendors.
• Monitor and order appropriate tractor supplies
• Maintain yard equipment such as compressors
• Minor telehandler maintenance

Operations/Driver Development:

• Communicate regularly with Saskatoon Manager and Operations leaders to prioritize duties.
• Perform daily yard check & audits as required/requested.
• Perform road testing of new applicants.
• Monitor and address yard parking issues.
• Driver training – Satellite, etc.
• Lead/Support/Motivate and encourage employees regarding Bison policy and procedures.
• Support and participate in Bison social and business activities.

Other

• Miscellaneous duties as assigned/required
• Ability to work with PC environment including Outlook, Excel, TMW and others as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Qualifications

• Class 1
• Good organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a multi-task environment
• Adaptable and able to work independently and within a team setting
• Ability to perform manual labour and in all types of weather conditions.
• Must be able to operate heavy equipment
• Basic electrical and HVAC experience an asset

Work Relationships

• Reports directly to the Operations Manager, Saskatoon Terminal & Manager, Central City Operations
• Reports indirectly to the AVP, Central Operations and others.
• Works in conjunction with local & regional Operations & Driver Services staff.

Driver Requirements :

• Must have two years of Class 1/AZ experience and 150,000 KM over the road driving experience with articulated vehicles
• Certified Class 1 Instructor experience is an asset
• Must have no major preventable accidents or driving related license suspensions in the last five-years
• Must have no more than 1 moving violation within previous 2 years
• Must be able to effectively understand and communicate in English, both in written and verbal form

These Training commitments will apply:

• You will be required to complete the Bison Transport Driver Orientation program (3 days)
• You will be required to attend ongoing professional development courses throughout your tenure as a Driver Instructor

If LCV qualified , the following will apply:

• Must have a minimum of 6-months LCV Driving experience including winter conditions
• You will be required to complete LCV instructor and road tester certification training
• Perform LCV mentor runs.
• Annual LCV reviews

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