long haul truck driver

Shergill Transport Ltd.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated truck drivers to join their team. This role involves operating straight or articulated trucks, ensuring the safety and security of cargo while performing necessary inspections and maintenance. The company values teamwork, as drivers will work in pairs or convoys and may need to obtain special permits for international routes. With relocation costs covered, this is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their driving careers in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about driving and ready to take on new challenges, this position could be your next great adventure.

Benefits

Relocation costs covered by employer

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 or A driver's license and Air Brake endorsement required.
• Experience in driving trucks and performing maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks as part of a team, ensuring cargo safety and vehicle condition.
• Perform inspections and maintenance, including emergency repairs.

Skills

Driving skills

Emergency roadside repairs

Preventive maintenance

Communication skills

Education

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Tools

GPS (Global Positioning System)

Citizens band (CB) radio

Job description

Experience: Will train

Work setting:

• Various locations
• Relocation costs covered by employer

Tasks:

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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:

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge:

• Accident or incident reports
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trip reports
• Citizens band (CB) radio
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment