Class 3 Driver

Canada Cartage Group; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Canadian logistics company as a Class 3 Truck Driver in Edmonton, where you will play a vital role in transporting cargo safely and efficiently. This position offers the opportunity to work with a cohesive team dedicated to outstanding customer service and operational excellence. With a focus on safety and compliance, you will conduct inspections, maintain communication with dispatch, and ensure timely deliveries. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values your contributions and provides meaningful career growth opportunities. If you are a reliable and skilled driver looking for a fulfilling role in a top employer, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Discounted Hotels

Car Rentals

Gym Memberships

Phone Plans

Fun Events Throughout the Year

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class 3 license and a clean driving abstract.
• 6 months of flatbed experience and Moffatt experience required.

Responsibilities

• Transport cargo safely and efficiently, ensuring timely delivery.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle.

Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Safe Driving Behaviors

Flatbed Experience

Moffatt Experience

Hand Bombing

Shipping Documentation

DOT Regulations

Vehicle Safety Checks

Maintain Travel Logs

Education

Valid Class 3 License

Tools

Smartphone Technology

Manual Pallet Jack

Dolly

Job description

An iconic Canadian company with over 100 years of helping companies grow and succeed in Canada, we provide national dedicated fleet solutions, general freight services, managed transportation, fulfillment & distribution, and home delivery. With a national network of terminals, cross-docks, and distribution centers, we are one of Canada’s largest and most trusted supply chain service providers. Driven to exceed customer expectations, and supported by technology and innovation, we bring simplicity to complex logistics challenges.

We work with intelligent and focused leaders who are driven to create an outstanding customer experience in partnership with Canadian leading brands. Canada Cartage is deep rooted in family values with an entrepreneurial culture where ideas are welcomed, growth is fostered and high performance is championed. A recognized thought leader and founded in 1914, Canada Cartage dominates the industry by delivering innovative fleet solutions.

Position Summary

We are looking for a talented, dedicated Class 3 Truck Driver for Edmonton location to join our fleet. Transports cargo to and from specified locations on time and according to schedule. Role involves adhering to all traffic and safety regulations, conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections, and ensuring the timely delivery of cargo to its destination. This role will be flat deck work delivering building supplies to contractors on site. Duties include strapping of load and adhering to specific delivery requirements.

• Location: Start and finish location is Acheson.
• Schedule: Mon-Fri
• Deliveries within Edmonton and surrounding areas.

What you will do

• Safely and efficiently, inspect, operate and maintain company and customer issued equipment in accordance with Transport regulations, TSA, company and customer policies and procedures.
• Document and directly report all safety related equipment defects to Canada Cartage and when applicable, to the customer’s dispatch.
• Continuously exercise safe-work-practices when engaged in work related activities (e.g. using material handling equipment, when manual handling cargo, and vehicle backing, etc.).
• Maintain timely communication with the company dispatch office to report daily activity such as arrival and departure time, delays, unscheduled breaks, workplace injuries, motor vehicle collisions, and cargo, equipment, and property loss/damages.
• Accurately complete and submit (at shift or trips end) all documentation required for payroll, customer billing, hours of service, vehicle maintenance, etc.
• Continuously comply with current Hours of Service and TDG regulations.
• Inspect cargo prior to acceptance and apply appropriate cargo securement as per NSC Standard 10.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• Valid Class 3 License is required.
• Clean 5 years Commercial driving abstract (no more than 3 demerits and 3 negative events).
• 6 months of Flatbed experience is required.
• Moffatt Experience is required.
• Hand bombing is required.
• Open for using Manual pallet Jack, Dolly.
• Must have excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Comfortable with smartphone technology.
• Reliable, flexible, punctual and safe driving behaviors.
• Comfortable backing in all manner of tight spaces and locations.
• Must be bondable and legally able to work in Canada.

Along with the following Skills & Competencies:

• Shipping Documentation
• DOT Regulations
• Loads/Secures/Unloads Cargo
• Maintain Travel Logs
• Transport Cargo
• Vehicle Safety Checks
• Vehicle Inspection

Why people love working for Canada Cartage

• Cohesive team and a positive, hard-working atmosphere.
• Meaningful opportunities for career growth.
• Company wide recognition initiatives designed to recognize employees when they demonstrate outstanding customer service, teamwork and our core values.
• Perks - discounted hotels, car rentals, entertainment, gym memberships, phone plans, electronics, to name a few.
• Fun events throughout the year, like summer barbeques and driver-appreciation week that regularly bring us together.
• We give back to the communities in which we operate by volunteering and donating to local charities.
• We are a strong company that weathers the storm through pandemics and recessionary periods, so that we can benefit from good economic environments.

We are a top employer!

• Canada Cartage has been recognized on the Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers for six straight years in a row.
• Trucking HR has announced that Canada Cartage has again been selected for the 8th year in a row, as one of Canada’s Top Fleet Employers. In addition, we have been recognized as an Employer of Distinction for the 4th year in a row. This serves to reinforce Canada Cartage’s reputation as an employer of high quality.
• We’ve been acknowledged by Forbes 2023, as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity.

Come work with an industry leader!

Canada Cartage is committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA). We are determined in meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA at any point in your application or employment duration, please let us know.

We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this position; however only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.

Committed to employment equity, Canada Cartage Systems LP encourages applications from Aboriginal people, members of visible minority groups, and women.