Petroleum Driver (Class-1)- Cypress County Petroleum

South Country Co-op Limited; Alberta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local co-operative in Alberta is seeking a Petroleum Driver (Class 1) for their Agro centre. The successful candidate will be responsible for safely delivering a variety of petroleum products, providing excellent customer service, and adhering to safety policies. Candidates must have at least one year of relevant driving experience, a clean Drivers Abstract, and effective communication skills. This role requires physical capability to lift heavy products and work in various weather conditions. Employment offers a starting schedule from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass pre-employment alcohol and substance test.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant driving experience.
• Clean Drivers Abstract required for application.
• Basic understanding of petroleum product handling.
• Ability to lift products over 55 lbs and work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Deliver petroleum products to customers safely.
• Operate truck and perform pre-trip inspections.
• Communicate safety policies and sales promotions.
• Maintain the vehicle and log daily reports.

Skills

Customer service skills

Ability to drive tandem or tridem truck

Effective communication

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Description

South Country Co-op is hiring a Petroleum Driver (Class 1) at our Agro centre location in Cypress County, Alberta.

Reporting to the Agribusiness Manager, the Petroleum Driver (Class 1) is responsible for delivering world‑class customer service, operating tandem or tridem truck, meeting customers and loading and unloading petroleum products.

The position will be responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle and its features while delivering hazardous petroleum products to customers, general maintenance on fuel trucks, filling out electronic daily logs, completing pre‑trip inspections, and reporting any discrepancies directly to the Agribusiness Manager. The Petroleum Driver will also be expected to communicate sales and promotion programs to customers, maintain a professional representation of South Country Co‑op, and adhere to South Country Co‑op’s safety policies.

Qualifications

• Ability to complete and successfully pass a pre‑employment alcohol and substance test.
• Ability to complete and successfully pass a pre‑employment Driver Evaluation performed by a third‑party company appointed by South Country Co‑op Limited.
• Must provide clean Drivers Abstract as part of the application process.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant driving experience.
• Required to have the ability to recognize and understand the unique properties and handling requirements of the load being hauled, as well as any special rules pertaining to the transport of the load.
• Required to have the ability to understand and recognize a variety of hoses, couplings, flanges, adapters, etc. used to load and offload the load, both on the vehicle as well as at the loading/unloading location.
• Required ability to move hazardous materials into and around non‑industrial areas, such as delivering petroleum products to a residence, farm etc.
• Must have some computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to climb and to work at heights and to lift products weighing more than 55 lbs. regularly.
• Must demonstrate effective communication and strong customer service skills and the ability to work well within multi‑generational teams.
• Ability to read maps and use of GPS with a good sense of direction.

Working Conditions

• Available to work Monday to Friday 7am-6pm.
• Spend up to 75% of the day driving.
• Climbing (ladders) and working at heights.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions (e.g., dry, hot, wet, cold) and within a noisy, dusty etc. environment.
• Regular lifting over 55 lbs.
• Please note, you should have 1 attachment in addition to your resume included in your application, a copy of the applicable Drivers Abstract.

Internal candidates who apply by Wednesday, December 17th, 2025 at 4:00 pm will be given first consideration, based on seniority, ability, and fitness to perform the work satisfactorily. The Internal Candidate Verification Form must be submitted.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.