class a/class 1 truck driver

Government of Canada; City of Lloydminster; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector entity is seeking a qualified truck driver in Lloydminster, Alberta. The candidate must have a valid AZ class license and certifications for safe handling of goods, including dangerous materials. Responsibilities include planning routes using GPS, loading/unloading goods, conducting vehicle inspections, and maintaining safety standards. This full-time role involves on-site work; candidates must be able to handle physically demanding tasks and have excellent customer service skills. Benefits include healthcare, dental, and disability coverage.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Vision care benefits

Disability benefits

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of driving experience.
• AZ class license and various driving endorsements required.
• Ability to handle physical demands of the job.

Responsibilities

• Plan routes using GPS and navigation devices.
• Load and unload goods safely.
• Perform vehicle inspections and maintenance.
• Transport dangerous goods and ensure compliance.

Skills

Customer service professionalism

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

GPS equipment

Manual transmission vehicle

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

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.

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
• Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
• Professionalism in customer service
• Load and unload goods
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Perform brake adjustments
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AZ class license
• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• CPR Certificate
• Commercial Driver Registration Program (CDRP) Card
• Defensive Driving Course
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
• First Aid Certificate
• Hydrogen Sulphide Awareness (H2S) Certificate
• Professional Driver Improvement Certificate
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate

Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge

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

Type of trucking and equipment

• Liquid bulk
• Tractor-trailer
• Tractor-trailer B train

Transportation/travel experience

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

Additional information Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test
• Medical exam

Transportation/travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Own vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Cellular phone
• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety vest
• Gloves

Personal suitability

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

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits