truck driver, long haul

Dhanoa Bros. Transport Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport company in Edmonton seeks a qualified Truck Driver to ensure the safe and efficient transportation of goods. Responsibilities include planning routes, loading/unloading cargo, and conducting vehicle inspections. Candidates must possess an AZ class license and demonstrate reliability and flexibility in meeting the demands of the job.

Benefits

Free parking available

Parking available

Qualifications

• 1 to less than 7 months of driving experience required.
• AZ class license and Air Brake (Z) Endorsement required.
• Ability to operate GPS and navigate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Plan routes to minimize fuel consumption and emissions.
• Drive trucks, load/unload goods, and conduct vehicle inspections.
• Perform emergency roadside repairs and maintain vehicle safety.

Skills

Flexibility

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

• Education :

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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
• Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
• 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
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AZ class license
• Class 1 / 1F / A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Dry bulk
• Refrigerated
• Tractor-trailer
• Citizens band (CB) radio
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation / travel experience

• National
• Regional

Security and safety

• Bondable
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test
• Medical exam

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Overtime required

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Experience

• 1 to less than 7 months

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available

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