Class 1 truck driver

Russet Enterprises Ltd.; Siksiká #146, Alberta; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental plan

Vision care benefits

Group insurance benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

Russet Enterprises Ltd. is seeking a reliable truck driver to move goods across Alberta. The role requires attention to detail and punctual deliveries. You will operate tractor-trailer equipment, perform safety checks, and ensure cargo is secured.

On-site work only; a valid Class 1/A license with Air Brakes endorsements is required. Demonstrated experience in pre-trip and post-trip inspections and basic maintenance is expected.

Qualifications

• Secondary school graduation or equivalent experience.
• 2–3 years truck driving experience.
• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods.
• 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.
• Perform brake adjustments.
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch.
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo.

Skills

English

Education

Secondary school graduation certificate

Or equivalent experience

Air Brakes Endorsement

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Job description

LANGUAGES

English

EDUCATION

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

EXPERIENCE

• 2 years to less than 3 years

ON SITE

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

WORK SETTING

• Various locations

RESPONSIBILITIES

TASKS

• Load and unload goods
• 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
• Perform brake adjustments
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

CREDENTIALS

CERTIFICATES, LICENCES, MEMBERSHIPS, AND COURSES

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

EXPERIENCE AND SPECIALIZATION

DOCUMENTATION KNOWLEDGE

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

TYPE OF TRUCKING AND EQUIPMENT

• Tractor-trailer
• Tractor-trailer B train

COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS EXPERIENCE

• Citizens band (CB) radio

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL EXPERIENCE

• Provincial/territorial
• Short-haul

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

SECURITY AND SAFETY

• Driving record check (abstract)

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL INFORMATION

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence

WORK CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

WEIGHT HANDLING

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

OWN TOOLS/EQUIPMENT

• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

BENEFITS

HEALTH BENEFITS

• Dental plan
• Vision care benefits

FINANCIAL BENEFITS

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance