Truck Driver

eClassify; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance benefits

Uniforms

Travel expenses when staying in other

Job summary

Norsom Transportation Inc. in Edmonton is seeking a full-time truck driver to load and unload goods and operate straight or articulated trucks for transporting goods and materials.

You will oversee vehicle condition, perform inspections, and relay information to central dispatch. The role requires at least two years of trucking experience, a Class 1 license, MELT Alberta qualification, and adherence to safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Completion of secondary school is required.
• Two years truck driving experience required.
• Class 1 license or equivalent Canadian international license required.
• Qualified to pass MELT course in Alberta.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods.
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials.
• Oversee vehicle condition; inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment.
• Perform brake adjustments and vehicle inspections (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip).
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch and record cargo data, hours of service, distance traveled and fuel consumption.
• Tarp cargo and ensure safety and security of cargo; transport and handle dangerous goods.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical endurance

Flexibility

Team player

Reliability

Education

Secondary school completion

MELT course Alberta

Tools

Class 1 license

Job description

Business information

Norsom Transportation Inc. is a reputable and reliable transportation company dedicated to providing top-notch logistics solutions. The company offers services in furniture handling, store-to-store deliveries, and household moving.

Business Address

420 ABBOTTSFIELD RD NW Edmonton, Alberta T5W 4S4

Work Location

16718 121 Ave Nw, Edmonton AB T5V 1P6 and various clients’ locations across Aberta.

Type of Employment

Full-time – Permanent

Estimated Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Description

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

Perform brake adjustments

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

Transport and handle dangerous goods

Requirements

Education

Completion of secondary school is required.

Experience

At least two years of experience as a truck driver is required.

Class 1 driver’s license or an equivalent international commercial driver’s license that meets Canadian licensing standards is required.

Being qualified to pass the MELT course in Alberta.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Attention to detail, Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding, Repetitive tasks, Sitting.

Personal Suitability

Efficient interpersonal skills, Excellent oral communication, Excellent written communication, Flexibility, Judgement, Organized, Reliability, Team player, Hardworking, Patience.

Language

English is required

Documentation knowledge

Accident or incident reports, Bill of landing, Dangerous goods occurrence reports, Driver logbook, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), Maintenance and repair reports, Trans-border documentation, Trip reports.

Salary

$37.50 hourly. 40 to 45 hours per week.

Group insurance benefits, Uniforms, Travel expenses when staying in other provinces.

Flexibility in the schedule is required. The work schedule consists of 8 to 10 hours per day, Monday to Sunday (variable depending on workload). There are two shifts: the day shift from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM and the night shift from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Weekend work may be required based on delivery schedules. Holiday work may also be necessary if operationally required.