class 1 truck driver

Government of Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Canada is seeking a dedicated driver for on-site transport operations in Edmonton. Your role involves driving trucks, loading and unloading goods, and ensuring adherence to safety regulations. This position requires strong communication skills and specific driving certifications to ensure safe transit of goods across routes.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 or A driver's license is required.
• Experience in long-haul and regional travel.
• Must have endorsements for Air Brakes and Defensive Driving.

Responsibilities

• Plan routes using GPS to minimize fuel consumption.
• Drive trucks to transport goods and materials.
• Record cargo information and perform vehicle inspections.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Reliability

Flexibility

Organized

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS

Forklift

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS), or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
• Address customers' complaints or concerns
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
• Load and unload goods
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage, and other equipment
• Pay and receive payments for goods
• Perform brake adjustments
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance traveled, and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Credentials

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Defensive Driving Course
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
• Forklift Operator Certification

Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trip reports

Transportation/travel experience

• Long-haul
• Provincial/territorial
• Regional

Additional information Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity license check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability