Class 1 Driver

Dexterra; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Class 1 Driver, where your skills in safe driving and cargo handling will help transport essential supplies across Western Canada. This role emphasizes safety and compliance, offering a supportive environment with a strong safety culture. With over 75 years of experience, this industry leader is committed to growth and providing quality service. If you have a passion for driving and a dedication to safety, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying comprehensive benefits and job security.

Benefits

Fully covered extended health and dental benefits

Award-winning safety culture

Job security in a growing company

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 Driver’s license and 4-5 years of winch experience required.
• Air Brake endorsement and Lowbed experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport groceries and staff across Western Canada safely and reliably.
• Complete pre-trip/post-trip reports and maintain daily logs.

Skills

Safe driving practices

Effective communication

Cargo handling

Compliance with legislation

Education

Class 1 Driver’s license

Defensive driving course

Standard First Aid certification

Tools

Trucks

Safety equipment

Job description

WHO ARE WE?
We've been serving Canadian clients for over 75 years. The companies that began independently and now form Dexterra Group have an outstanding record of supporting the infrastructure and built assets that play a vital role in our society and helping our clients achieve higher performance and productivity. Powered by passionate people, we bring the right teams with the right skills together – offering both experience and regional expertise so companies can operate their day to day, confidently and successfully.

Job Description
WHAT’S THE JOB?
Join our Horizon Recruitment & Logistics team, where our people provide quality service to our customers by coordinating the safe, reliable and on-schedule transportation of modular buildings, matting, equipment, and other oilfield and mining related supplies across western Canada.

As a Class 1 Driver, reporting to the Manager, Operations, you will transport groceries and staff across Western Canada.

This position is safety sensitive and requires drug and alcohol testing as a condition of employment.

Your work will include:

• Oversee cargo handling and secure loads, including equipment preparation, application of safe practices, and compliance with applicable acts and regulations.
• Operate various trucks over outdoor terrain and through all weather conditions.
• Complete pre-trip & post-trip reports; ensure safety and emergency equipment is in good working order; and accurately complete all required forms.
• Establish and maintain effective communication with colleagues.
• Consult with supervisor and crew regarding any operational deficiencies.
• Comply with applicable legislation including safe operation, carriage of goods, driver’s hours, and occupational health and safety.
• Maintain daily logs, inspection logs and other necessary paperwork.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Extended health and dental benefits that are fully covered.
• Award winning safety culture.
• Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.

Qualifications
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Valid Class 1 Driver’s license.
• Minimum 4-5 years winch experience.
• Air Brake endorsement (Z).
• Defensive driving course.
• Lowbed experience.
• Valid H2S and Standard First Aid.

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Facilities Services