short haul truck driver

Government of Canada; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in Canada seeks an individual to operate trucks and transport goods. Responsibilities include loading, unloading, vehicle inspection, and maintenance. The role is physically demanding and requires a secondary high school certificate along with a valid Class 5/5F/G driver's license. Candidates should be attentive to detail and capable of handling heavy loads. This position supports environmental goals as a green job, focusing on sustainable practices.

Qualifications

• Must have an Air Brakes Endorsement.
• Class 5/5F/G Licence is required for driving.
• Willingness to train and learn.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods.
• Operate and drive trucks to transport materials.
• Inspect vehicle condition and perform maintenance.
• Record cargo information and handle payments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to handle heavy loads

Education

Secondary high school graduation certificate

Tools

Air Brakes Endorsement

Class 5/5F/G Licence

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary high school graduation certificate

Experience

Will train

Work location

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. Learn more about green jobs. 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

• 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
• Pay and receive payments for goods
• 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

Credentials

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2‑axle vehicles)

Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre‑trip, en‑route, post‑trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Physically demanding

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)