Hotshot/Pilot Truck Driver

Ketek Group Inc; Fort St. John; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

RRSP matching

Flexible vacation

Retention bonus

Family-owned business

Job summary

Ketek Group Inc is hiring a driver to operate a Hotshot/Pilot Truck, delivering client equipment across Western Canada. The role emphasizes safety, timely deliveries, and professional communication with Ketek personnel and customers.

The ideal candidate has a valid endorsements-laden licence and at least 1 year of Hotshot experience, with a clean driving record and strong English communication skills. Safety training is ongoing and required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's licence with appropriate endorsements.
• Minimum 1 year experience operating a Hotshot/Pilot Truck.
• Clean Drivers Abstract.
• Must possess a Class 5 driver's licence.
• Able to read, write and speak English to communicate job-related information.

Responsibilities

• Safe and reliable operation of Truck and Trailer.
• Pick-up and delivery of client equipment to sites across Western Canada.
• Load and secure commodities to prevent movement during transport.
• Complete required paperwork daily.
• Perform pre-trip, in-trip, and post-trip inspections and minor repairs as needed.

Job description

WHY JOIN US?!

• 100% Employer funded health, dental, and vision coverage
• RRSP matching program
• Competitive wages and flexible vacation
• Retention Bonus
• Family-operated business

Ketek Group Inc:

From its 10 locations in Western and Northern Canada, Ketek is able to provide services and rental equipment to clients throughout the region’s oil and gas, mining, construction, and municipal sectors.

Position Background:

The driver operates a Hotshot/Pilot Truck in accordance with Provincial/Federal Safety Regulations.

Core Duties:

• Safe and reliable operation of Truck and Trailer
• Pick-up and delivery of Client equipment to and from sites located in throughout Western Canada
• Operates a truck to safely and efficiently transport a variety of materials;
• Responsible for the proper loading and securing of each commodity to prevent movement and allow for safe transportation of materials
• Responsible for ongoing and effective communication with Ketek’s personnel, customers, and others regarding permits, routes, fuel stops, giving and receiving information and instructions
• Responsible for daily completion of all required paperwork
• Responsible for performing pre-trip, inter-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and adjustments, preventive maintenance, tire chain-ups, and minor on-road repairs as needed
• Responsible for the cleanliness of the vehicle (interior and exterior)
• Fill required paperwork
• Ability to successfully complete safety training as required on an ongoing basis
• Observe all safety procedures and use proper Personal Protective Equipment
• Ensure that all of Ketek policies and Occupational Health and Safety regulations are followed
• Represent Ketek in a light that is commensurate with the values of Management and the Corporate Vision and Mission Statements
• Be considerate of the needs of our community and the environment
• Perform other related duties as required
• safe and reliable operation of a Pilot Truck
• Pick-up and delivery of Client oversized equipment to and from sites located throughout Western Canada
• Operates a truck safely and efficiently transport a variety of over dimensional loads

Working Conditions:

• Inside vehicle cab 60% to 70% of the time
• Outdoors up to 30% of the time, exposed to moderate to severe weather conditions, temperature extremes, ice, rain, snow, blowing dust etc.
• Hazards include moving objects/vehicles, burns, toxic/caustic chemicals and petroleum products, gasoline/diesel odours, fumes and glasses, chemical/petroleum product spills, noise sometimes at levels in excess of 80 DBA, dusty environments, cramped quarters, slippery surfaces, pinch points, trip and overhead obstacles

Qualifications and Skills:

• Must have DL with appropriate endorsements
• Must have 1 year experience operating Pilot Truck
• Clean Drivers Abstract
• Must have Class 5 DL
• Must be able to read, write and speak English at a level that would allow the communication and comprehension of job-related information, instructions, regulations signs maps MSDS guidelines, required paperwork memos, etc.
• Basic mathematical skills are required
• Minimum 1 year experience as a Hotshot Truck Driver
• Must be able to deal with time constraints to product delivery in a timely and safe manner
• Good reasoning skills are necessary in order to apply established procedures safely and effectively while securing loads and operating a vehicle and to monitor continuously changing conditions and react appropriately
• Ability to deal with the public in a positive, courteous, and respectful manner
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and frequent demanding deadlines
• Ability to handle changing schedules and priorities, with high-level prioritization skills
• Strong work ethic and organizational planning skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills

This position is defined as Safety Sensitive:Drug, alcohol, back, and audio tests are required prior to commencing employment.