truck driver

Big Rig Hauling; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the transportation sector is seeking a reliable truck driver to join their team. The role involves driving trucks, loading and unloading goods, and performing vehicle inspections. Candidates must hold a Class 1 or A driver's license and be willing to travel for extended periods. The ideal candidate is organized, flexible, and has a strong driving record.

Qualifications

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A) required.
• Experience an asset.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods.
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Flexibility

Organized

Reliability

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work setting

• Various locations

Tasks

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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 brake adjustments
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

Transportation / travel experience

• National

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation / travel information

• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability

Experience

• Experience an asset