Truck Driver, Flatbed

Alberta; Airdrie; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta is seeking an experienced truck driver to operate tractor-trailers in various locations. You will drive as part of a two-person team, load and unload goods, and perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safety and compliance.

Position requires willingness to travel cross-border and overnight, with an Air Brake Endorsement and Class 1/A license. You will maintain accurate logs, communicate with dispatch, and secure cargo for sensitive shipments.

Qualifications

• Secondary school graduation certificate required.
• Air Brake Endorsement and Driver's License Class 1 or A are required.
• Willing to travel cross‑border and internationally; overnight travel may be needed.
• Familiarity with log books, distance traveled, fuel consumption and cargo records is expected.
• Ability to inspect and maintain vehicle systems and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods.
• Operate tractors and trailers to transport goods and materials.
• Inspect vehicle condition, tires, lights, brakes, and cold storage.
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspections and maintenance.
• Maintain logs and communicate with central dispatch.
• Tarp and secure cargo; ensure safety and security of loads.
• Record cargo information, hours of service, and fuel usage.

Skills

Flexibility

Team player

Organized

Reliability

Judgement

Education

Secondary school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS navigation

Job description

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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work setting

Various locations

Tasks

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• 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

Type of trucking and equipment

• Tractor‑trailer

Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross‑border
• Willing to travel internationally
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?

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Interest in copying to record cargo information, distance travelled, fuel consumption and other information in log books or on on‑board computers, and to obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes; and in performing pre‑trip inspections of vehicle systems and equipment such as tires, lights, brakes, and cold storage

METHODICAL

Interest in copying to record cargo information, distance travelled, fuel consumption and other information in log books or on on‑board computers, and to obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes; and in performing pre‑trip inspections of vehicle systems and equipment such as tires, lights, brakes, and cold storage

OBJECTIVE

Interest in driving straight and articulated trucks to transport goods and materials; may drive as part of a two‑person team or convoy, and may transport hazardous products and dangerous goods

directive

Interest in speaking to communicate with dispatchers and other drivers using citizens' band (CB) radios, cellular telephones and on‑board computers; and in overseeing all aspects and functions of vehicle such as condition of equipment, loading and unloading, and safety and security of cargo

The abilities related to this job are shown along with your selected abilities.

Typical ability expectations for this job

Are you drawn to the open road? Can you manage your time as you appreciate new vistas? Do you have good vision? Then you may want to steer toward a career as a truck driver.

Can you see yourself driving a big rig? Does talk of tanks and trailers make you yearn for the open road? Are you mechanically inclined? Then you may have the drive to work in the oil and gas transportation services occupations.