gravel truck driver

AK Gill Transport; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company is seeking a truck driver for loading and transporting goods. Responsibilities include operating vehicles, ensuring safety, and performing inspections. Ideal candidates should hold a secondary school certificate and appropriate driving licenses. Training will be provided for candidates with less experience.

Qualifications

• Class 5 / 5F / G Licence required.
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement needed.
• Experience: Will train provided.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods.
• Drive trucks to transport goods.
• Inspect vehicle condition and perform maintenance.

Skills

Driving

Load handling

Vehicle inspection

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience : Will train

Tasks

• 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
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Class 5 / 5F / G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles)
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Documentation knowledge

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes