class az (air brake endorsement) truck driver

Government of Canada; Oxdrift; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated truck driver to join their team. This role involves operating various types of trucks, ensuring cargo safety, and performing vehicle inspections. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, as this position contributes to green job initiatives aimed at reducing carbon emissions. The company offers a supportive work environment with benefits like health care and travel insurance. If you are reliable, flexible, and a team player, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Dental Plan

Health Care Plan

Vision Care Benefits

Parking Available

Travel Insurance

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in truck driving and route planning.
• Knowledge of highway trucking regulations and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Plan routes to minimize fuel consumption and emissions.
• Operate trucks and perform vehicle inspections and maintenance.
• Load/unload goods and ensure cargo safety.

Skills

Route Planning

Vehicle Inspection

Emergency Repairs

Cargo Safety

Communication Skills

Education

AZ Class License

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Tools

GPS Equipment

CB Radio

Trip Recorder

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

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.

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The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.

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
• 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 emergency roadside repairs
• 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
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
• Knowledge of highway trucking and associated rules and regulations

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AZ class license
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

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
• Trans-border documentation

Type of trucking and equipment

• Flatbed
• Refrigerated
• Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

• Citizens band (CB) radio
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation/travel experience

• International

Additional information Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel cross-border

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Cellular phone
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Gloves

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Parking available
• Travel insurance