long haul truck driver

GNR CARRIER; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated drivers to join their team in Edmonton. This role offers the opportunity to operate trucks for transporting goods, ensuring vehicle safety through thorough inspections, and contributing to environmental goals. The position is on-site, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and collaboration. With a focus on green job initiatives, your work will directly support sustainable practices and help Canada achieve its net-zero targets. If you are passionate about driving and making a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health care plan

Life insurance

Free parking available

Travel insurance

Qualifications

• Must possess a Class 1 or A Driver's License to operate trucks.
• Ability to perform vehicle inspections and maintain logs.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods while operating trucks.
• Inspect vehicle conditions and perform necessary checks.
• Relay information to central dispatch.

Skills

Driving Skills

Loading and Unloading Goods

Vehicle Inspection

Communication Skills

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Class 1 or A Driver's License

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Will train

On site. Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Green job

Green jobs contribute to environmental preservation, conservation, and restoration. This information was provided by the employer; it was not verified by Job Bank. The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.

Responsibilities

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 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Bill of lading
• Driver logbook

Benefits

Health benefits

• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Life insurance

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available
• Travel insurance