truck driver, long haul

MJS Logistics Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated drivers to transport goods across various routes. This role involves operating trucks, performing vehicle inspections, and ensuring cargo safety. The company values inclusivity and provides training for newcomers, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, fostering a welcoming work environment. If you have a passion for driving and are looking for a supportive workplace, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that prioritizes safety and community engagement while advancing your driving career.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and air brake endorsement required.
• Training will be provided for candidates without experience.

Responsibilities

• Transport goods using straight or articulated trucks.
• Inspect vehicle condition and perform necessary maintenance.
• Ensure safety and security of cargo during transport.

Skills

Driving Skills

Vehicle Inspection

Preventive Maintenance

Cargo Safety and Security

Education

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
• 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
• 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)

Experience

• Will train

Workplace Information

• On the road job

Support for Persons with Disabilities

• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities

Support for Newcomers and Refugees

• Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees

Support for Youths

• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for Veterans

• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for Veterans
• Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers

Support for Mature Workers

• Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers

Support for Visible Minorities

• Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities