class 1 truck driver

Government of Canada; Strathmore; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Alberta is seeking a Truck Driver who will manage routes, conduct vehicle inspections, and load/unload goods. Ideal candidates should hold a Class 1 or A Driver's License and possess strong communication skills. This role involves frequent travel and handling of loads over 45 kg. Benefits include health and dental plans.

Benefits

Health care plan

Dental plan

Qualifications

• Class 1 or A Driver's License required.
• Experience with flatbed and tractor-trailer trucking.
• Must handle heavy loads exceeding 45 kg (100 lbs).

Responsibilities

• Plan routes using navigation systems to minimize fuel usage.
• Load and unload goods efficiently.
• Conduct vehicle inspections before, during, and after trips.
• Maintain equipment and relay information to dispatch.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Efficient interpersonal skills

Team player

Flexibility

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS (Global Positioning System)

Cellular phone

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On the Road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Work Site Environment

• Grain, oil and forage crop
• Beef cattle ranching and farming, including feedlots

Work Setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities Tasks

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
• Load and unload goods
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Maintain equipment

Credentials

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Driver logbook
• Maintenance and repair reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Flatbed
• Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
• Tractor-trailer
• Tractor-trailer A train
• Tractor-trailer B train

Communication systems experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Type of cargo experience

• Grain

Transportation/travel experience

• Local
• Long-haul
• Provincial/territorial
• Short-haul

Additional information Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Weight handling

• More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

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

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan