truck driver

NORTHERN CARGO LOGISTICS INC.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Calgary is seeking a dedicated truck driver to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving trucks, planning routes, and ensuring the safe transport of goods. Candidates must have a valid Class 1 or A driver's license and Air Brakes Endorsement. This permanent position requires attention to detail and the ability to handle heavy loads, with a work schedule of 35 to 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must have Air Brakes Endorsement.
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A) required.
• Ability to handle heavy loads.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks to transport goods and materials.
• Plan routes to minimize fuel consumption.
• Load and unload goods safely.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS equipment

Straight or articulated trucks

Job description

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

• Will train

Tasks

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
• Load and unload goods
• 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
• 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 Brakes Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

• Bill of lading
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

• Shift
• Overtime required
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week