Short haul truck driver

Job requirements

Languages

English

 

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

 

Experience

Experience an asset

 

Own Tools/Equipment

Steel-toed safety boots, Cellular phone

 

Security and Safety

Driving record check (abstract)

 

Transportation/Travel Information

Willing to travel for extended periods, Travel expenses paid by employer, Valid driver's licence

 

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Attention to detail, Large workload, Handling heavy loads, Physically demanding

 

Work Location Information

Various locations

 

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills, Flexibility, Organized

 

Additional Skills

Professionalism in customer service, Address customers' complaints or concerns

 

Communication Systems Experience

Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

 

Documentation Knowledge

Driver logbook, Bill of lading, Trip reports, Maintenance and repair reports, Accident or incident reports, Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

 

Specific Skills

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, Load and unload goods, Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo, Receive and relay information to central dispatch, Perform brake adjustments, Perform emergency roadside repairs, Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption, Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle, Perform preventive maintenance

 

Weight Handling

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

 

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

Air Brakes Endorsement, Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

 

Job details

 Location Edmonton, AB T6X 0B1

 Salary $28.00 / hour

 Vacancies 2 vacancies

 Employment groups: Visible minorities, Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada

 Terms of employment Permanent employment, Full time 35 to 45 hours / week

 Start date As soon as possible

 Employment conditions: On call, Early morning, Weekend, Flexible hours

 

 

 

Intended job posting audience

Only persons who are legally allowed to work in Canada can apply for this job. If you are not currently authorized to work in Canada, do not apply as the employer will not consider your job application.

How to apply

By email

mandeepminhas86@gmail.com