long haul truck driver

SYNDICATE TRANSPORT; Alberta; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Alberta is looking for truck drivers to operate and transport goods. Duties include loading/unloading, vehicle inspections, and maintaining records. Candidates need to have a valid driver's license (Class 1 or A). Full training is provided and a supportive environment for newcomers and Indigenous workers is emphasized. The position is permanent with a commitment of 40 to 50 hours per week.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Life insurance

Qualifications

• No degree, certificate or diploma required, will train.
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A) is mandatory.
• Valid driver's licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods.
• Operate and drive trucks to transport goods.
• Inspect vehicle condition and equipment.
• Perform trip inspections and oversee vehicle aspects.
• Relay information to central dispatch.
• Record cargo information and fuel consumption.

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Valid driver's licence

Job description

Overview

Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Experience: Will train.

Responsibilities

• 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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Qualifications

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
• Valid driver\'s licence

Work setting

• Various locations

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Life insurance

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and / or refugees

Support for youths

• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for Indigenous people

• Provides cultural competency training and / or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers

Work term and conditions

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 to 50 hours per week