long haul truck driver

FHL Logistics Inc.; Rocky View County; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated long haul truck driver to join their team. This role involves planning efficient routes, ensuring vehicle safety, and providing excellent customer service. Candidates must possess the necessary licenses and be willing to travel extensively. The company values teamwork and reliability, offering a supportive environment for drivers to thrive. If you're passionate about driving and committed to safety, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid AZ class license and Class 1/1F/A Licence.
• Experience in operating straight trucks and tractor-trailers is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan routes to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions.
• Load and unload goods while ensuring safety and security.
• Perform inspections and preventive maintenance on vehicles.

Skills

Customer Service

Route Planning

Vehicle Maintenance

Safety Compliance

Teamwork

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS Navigation

Tractor-trailer

Job description

• Education:

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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
• Professionalism in customer service
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Load and unload goods
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
• 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

• AZ class license
• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

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

Type of trucking and equipment

• Dry bulk
• Refrigerated
• Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
• Tractor-trailer
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• What is the highest level of study you have completed?

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