Long Haul Truck Driver

Aguirre Express Ltd.; Picture Butte; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company is seeking a Long Haul Truck Driver in Picture Butte, Alberta. The role involves hauling livestock and various commodities across Canada and the USA. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience, a valid Class 1 or A driver's license, and be willing to travel internationally. The position offers a competitive salary of $36.00 per hour for 40-60 hours per week, along with health benefits, productivity bonuses, and other perks.

Benefits

Health care plan

Dental plan

Vision care benefits

Productivity bonus

Year-end safety bonus

Travel insurance

Learning/training paid by employer

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience in long haul trucking.
• Valid driver's license (Class 1 or A); Air brake endorsement (Z).
• Willingness to travel cross-border and for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Haul livestock and other commodities throughout Canada and the USA.
• Operate and maintain tractor-trailer equipment.
• Perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Reliability

Organized

Judgement

Team player

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Cellular phone

Job description

Aguirre Express Ltd. located at 212049 Hwy 519, Picture Butte,AB T0K 1V0is looking for one (1) Long Haul Truck Driver (NOC: 73300).

Work location: 212049 Hwy 519, Picture Butte,AB T0K 1V0& Various routes in Canada – AB (Banff-Jasper-Rocky Mountain House Region, Calgary Region, Camrose-Drumheller Region, Edmonton Region, Red Deer Region, Lethbridge-Medicine Hat Region), BC, SK, MB and USA.

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Salary: $36.00/Hour for 40 -60 Hours / Week

Health benefits: health care plan, dental plan, vision care benefits after 3 months of employment;

Financial benefits: productivity bonus and eligible for year-end safety bonus;

Other benefits: travel insurance, parking available, learning/training paid by employer;

Subject to wage increase and incentives

Terms of employment: Permanent, Full time.

Start date: As soon as possible

Employment conditions: Early morning, morning, day, evening, night, weekend, on call.

Languages: English

Education: No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years

Personal Suitability: reliability, organized, judgement, team player

Credentials: Driver’s license (Class 1 or A); Air brake endorsement (Z)

Transportation/Travel Information: Willing to travel cross-border, Willing to travel for extended periods, Valid driver's license

Security and Safety: Valid passport, Medical exam, Driving record check (abstract), Drug test, Criminal record check, Driver’s validity licence check

Own Tools/ Equipment: Cellular phone

Tasks:

• Hauling livestock using Cattle liner trailers throughout Canada and the United States;
• Wash trailer;
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport livestock;
• Hauling different commodities using flatbeds, reefers, and super B grain trailers;
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo;
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch;
• Perform brake adjustments;
• Perform emergency roadside repairs;
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption;
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle;
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment;
• Load and unload goods;
• Perform preventive maintenance;
• Mountain driving expertise;
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes.

Documentation knowledge: Driver logbook, Bill of lading, Maintenance and repair reports, Accident or incident reports, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), Trans-border documentation, trip reports.

Communication systems experience: Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment.

Type of Trucking and Equipment: Tractor-trailer

Weight Handling: Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Transportation/travel experience: International, National, Local, Long-Haul

Work Setting: various locations.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Repetitive tasks
• Handling heavy loads
• Sitting for extended periods of time.

Underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply: Persons with disabilities, Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada.