truck driver

GURU SEWA TRUCKING LTD; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company seeks a truck driver for varied locations. Responsibilities include operating vehicles, adhering to safety protocols, and ensuring cargo security during transport. Ideal candidates are organized, reliable, and possess a Class 1 licence. Experience is an asset, and a commitment to safety is paramount.

Qualifications

• Possession of Class 1 / 1F / A Licence for semi-trailer trucks is mandatory.
• Experience in driving a manual transmission vehicle is expected.
• Willingness to travel for extended periods and internationally is required.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a team or convoy and ensure cargo safety.
• Perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Load and unload goods while maintaining proper documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Flexibility

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS navigation systems

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience : Experience an asset

Work setting

• Various locations

Tasks

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Class 1 / 1F / A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation / travel experience

• National

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation / travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel internationally

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking
• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes