Job Description

Overview

Languages
English

Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
or equivalent experience

Experience
1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting
Various locations across Alberta

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
Mountain driving expertise
Professionalism in customer service
Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
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 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

Additional information

Transportation/travel information
Valid driver’s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Large workload
Physically demanding

Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Flexibility
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player

Benefits
Health benefits
Dental plan
Disability benefits
Health care plan

Possibility of salary increase in the future based on performance

Required languages: English

Education level: High School

Required skills: Efficient interpersonal skills, Flexibility, Judgement, Organized, Reliability, Team player

Closest intersection: T6B 2P9