driver, truck

Chambers Group; Drayton Valley; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated truck driver with strong customer service skills to join their team. This role involves operating straight or articulated trucks to transport goods while ensuring safety and professionalism. The ideal candidate will have a valid Class 1 or A driver's license, along with an Air Brake endorsement. This position requires flexibility and the ability to handle physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy loads. If you are reliable, organized, and enjoy working as part of a team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in truck driving and customer service.
• Valid Class 1 or A driver's license and Air Brake endorsement required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive trucks to transport goods safely.
• Perform maintenance and emergency repairs on the vehicle.

Skills

Customer Service

Driving Skills

Brake Adjustment

Emergency Roadside Repairs

Preventive Maintenance

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team Player

Education

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Tools

CB Radio

GPS Navigation

Trip Recorder

Job description

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years

Work Setting

• Various locations

Tasks

• Professionalism in customer service
• Load and unload goods
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Perform brake adjustments
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation Knowledge

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

Type of Trucking and Equipment

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

Transportation/Travel Experience

Security and Safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/Travel Information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel for extended periods

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own Tools/Equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal Suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player