DRIVER

AFD Petroleum; Fort Nelson; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AFD Petroleum Ltd. is seeking a Commercial Driver (Class 1) based in Fort Nelson, BC, reporting to the Whitehorse Branch. You will drive a Tri Quad tractor-trailer, deliver home heating and commercial loads, and operate in varying weather and road conditions.

The role requires the ability to work with dispatch, perform inspections, secure loads, and maintain logs while complying with safety and regulatory requirements. Overtime and weekend work are common.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety regulations and secure cargo handling.
• Strong communication with dispatch and customers.
• Ability to perform pre/post trip inspections and maintain logs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cargo handling and secure loads, including equipment prep and safety compliance.
• Perform pre/post trip inspections for safety and roadworthiness.
• Maintain driver logs and required paperwork per regulations.
• Communicate with dispatch, managers, and other drivers for delivery coordination.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, or damage and handle loading/unloading tasks.
• Train others when required and assist with loading/unloading at sites.

Skills

Professional communication

Safety regulations knowledge

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Commercial Drivers will a class 1 to operate a Tri Quad tractor-trailer combination and deliver home heating, commercial deliveries including wheel to wheel, retail sites. Drivers require a Class 1 drivers' license.

This role will be based out of Fort Nelson, BC and reporting to our Whitehorse Branch. You will work in the cab of the truck while driving, and outside when needed to load or unload. They can encounter all kinds of road, weather, and traffic conditions. Drivers generally work without direct supervision, although communication with dispatch must be maintained at scheduled intervals. The number of hours a driver may drive in a given period is subject to regulation. Overtime and weekend work are common.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversee cargo handling and secure loads, including equipment preparation, application of safe practices, compliance with applicable Acts and safety regulations
• Perform pre/ post trip inspections on equipment and load, ensuring safety and roadworthiness
• Comply with applicable legislation including safe operation, carriage of goods, driver's hours of service, occupational health and safety, transportation of dangerous goods, customs and immigration and weights and dimensions
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions; check that vehicle position is correct and any special loading equipment is properly positioned.
• Check vehicles before driving them to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
• Minor roadside repairs such as lights, loose fittings, airline repairs, etc.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
• Check all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate.
• Operate equipment such as truck mike phone to exchange necessary information with dispatch, managers, or other drivers.
• Maintain logs of working hours and of vehicle service and repair status, following applicable provincial and federal regulations.
• Record and maintain required documentation including driver logbook, bills of lading, etc.
• Communicate effectively with the public, government officials, customers, and co-workers
• Placarding of units
• Loading and unloading of trucks
• Deliver product and proper paperwork to our customers in a courteous and timely manner
• Inspection of site tanks for damage or faulty equipment
• Provide feedback to Dispatcher regarding customer, mechanical, or delivery problems
• Thorough washing of vehicle, inside and out
• Greasing of unit in between servicing as instructed by AFD
• Tire Chain maintenance, repair, installation, and removal
• Complete and turn in all necessary paperwork at the end of the shift. May include, but not limited to, Driver daily logs, TDG documentation including fuel lading forms (declining balance), bills of lading, inspection logs, delivery receipts, vehicle inspection, hours of service, etc.
• Train others when required
• Other related duties as required or assigned.

OTHER KEY SKILLS (or product knowledge)

• Knowledge of MS Office, and e-mail required
• Professional written and verbal communication skills

EXPEREINCE

2+ years’ experience in fuel hauling

3+ years of direct work experience in a Class 1 Driving Capacity