Long haul truck driver

Tobermory; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

ACE WEST LOGISTICS INC. in Calgary, AB is seeking a Long haul truck driver for permanent, full-time employment. The position requires being part of a two-person team, loading/unloading cargo, and performing brake adjustments.

Training is provided by the employer and flexibility in hours is required. The role involves driving long-haul routes, ensuring safety through pre-trip to post-trip inspections, and relaying information to central dispatch.

Qualifications

• Fluent English language is required.
• Training will be provided to the selected candidate.
• Excellent oral communication skills expected.
• Flexible and able to adapt to varying locations and schedules.
• Must be a good team player and work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload cargo.
• Make brake adjustments.

Skills

Fluent English

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Job description

ACE WEST LOGISTICS INC. based in Calgary, AB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Long haul truck driver who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Permanent employment or Full time job. The candidate must be available to work during Flexible Hours.

Employer Name: ACE WEST LOGISTICS INC.
Position: Long haul truck driver
No. of vacancies: 4
Salary: $28.85 hourly for 40 to 50 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Calgary, AB

• The candidate must drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• The candidate will be expected to load and unload cargo.
• The candidate will be expected to make brake adjustments.
• The candidate will be required to perform roadside emergency repairs.
• The candidate will be expected to perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections as well as oversee all vehicle aspects.
• The candidate will be expected to receive and relay information to central dispatch.
• The candidate will be required to record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled, and fuel consumption.

Job Requirements

• The candidate should be fluent in English language.
• There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
• Training will be provided to the selected candidate.
• The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs).
• The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
• The candidate should have excellent oral communication.
• The candidate should be flexible.
• The candidate should be a good team player.

Work Setting

• The candidate will be required to work in various locations.

Experience and Specialization

Documentation Knowledge

• The candidate should be well-versed in driver logbooks and inspection reports (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip).

Type of Trucking and Equipment

• The type of trucking and equipment used is tractor-trailer.

Transportation/Travel Experience

• The candidate should have experience in running Long-haul trips.
• The candidate will receive learning/training that will be paid for by the employer.