Driver Heavy Truck

Sonam Trucking Inc. based in Edmonton, AB, is looking for candidates for the position of Driver Heavy Truck with 2 vacancy. The ones chosen to be employed will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to that of permanent employment and a full time job. The shift will extend from early morning to morning to day to evening to night and the candidate may be required to work in the weekend as well. The candidate may also opt for flexible hours. Overtime will also be required from the candidate.

Employer Name: Sonam Trucking Inc.
Position: Driver Heavy Truck
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $28.00 to $32.00 hourly for 120 to 140 hours bi-weekly

Employment type: Full time
Location: Edmonton, AB

Job description

The candidate will be required to transport dangerous goods.
The candidate will be required to handle dangerous goods.
The candidate will be required to perform preventive maintenance.
The candidate will be required to perform emergency roadside repairs.
The candidate will be required to perform brake adjustments.
The candidate will be required to load and unload goods.
The candidate will be required to receive information from central dispatch.
The candidate will be required to relay information to central dispatch.
The candidate will be required to operate and drive straight trucks to transport goods and materials.
The candidate will be required to operate and drive articulated trucks to transport goods and materials.
The candidate will be required to manage tarping.
The candidate will be required to ensure safety and security of cargo.
The candidate will be required to oversee condition of vehicle.
The candidate will be required to inspect tires.
The candidate will be required to inspect lights.
The candidate will be required to inspect brakes.
The candidate will be required to inspect cold storage and other equipment.
The candidate will be required to record cargo information.
The candidate will be required to record hours of service.
The candidate will be required to record distance travelled.
The candidate will be required to record fuel consumption.
The candidate will be required to perform pre-trip inspection.
The candidate will be required to perform en route inspection.
The candidate will be required to post-trip inspection.
The candidate will be required to oversee all aspects of vehicle.
The candidate will be required to address customers’ complaints or concerns.
The candidate will be required to have owner-operator business skills.
The candidate will be required to coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques.
The candidate will be required to have professionalism in customer service.
The candidate will be required to have mountain driving expertise.
The candidate will be required to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
Relocation costs of the candidate will not covered by employer.
The candidate will be required to handle Tractor-trailer.
The candidate will be required to handle Flatbed.
The candidate will be required to handle Tractor-trailer A train.
The candidate will be required to handle Tractor-trailer B train.
The candidate will be required to handle Liquid bulk.
The candidate will be required to handle Dry bulk.
The candidate will be required to handle Dump truck.
The candidate will be required to handle Extended length tractor-trailer combination.
The travel may be Regional.
The travel may be National.
The travel may be Provincial or territorial.
The travel may be Long-haul.
The candidate will receive Group Insurance Benefits.

Requirements

The candidate should have a Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
The candidate should have equivalent experience in the concerned field.
The candidate should have an experience of at least 2 years to less than 3 years.
The candidate should have Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate.
The candidate should have Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate.
The candidate should have Hydrogen Sulphide Awareness (H2S) Certificate.
The candidate should have First Aid Certificate.
The candidate should have Extended Trailer Combination Permit or Endorsement.
The candidate should have Defensive Driving Course.
The candidate should have CPR Certificate.
The candidate should have Pro-Trucker/Smart Driver (fuel efficiency) Training.
The candidate should have Skid Control Training.
The candidate should have Professional Driver Improvement Certificate.
The candidate should have Driver’s License (Class 1 or A).
The candidate should have Air Brake (Z) Endorsement.
The candidate should have Commercial Vehicle Operator’s Registration (CVOR) Certificate.
The candidate should have AZ class license.
The candidate should have Bear awareness Certification.
The candidate should have S-100 basic fire suppression and safety training.
The candidate should have Working at heights training.
The candidate should have Air Brakes Endorsement.
The candidate should have documentation knowledge on Accident or incident reports.
The candidate should have documentation knowledge on Trip reports.
The candidate should have documentation knowledge on Maintenance reports.
The candidate should have documentation knowledge on repair reports.
The candidate should have documentation knowledge on Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip).
The candidate should have documentation knowledge on Dangerous goods occurrence reports.
The candidate should have documentation knowledge on Driver logbook.
The candidate should have documentation knowledge on Bill of lading.
The candidate should have Communication Systems Experience in Operate GPS (Global Positioning System).
The candidate should have Communication Systems Experience in navigation equipment.
The candidate should have Communication Systems Experience in Trip recorder (on-board computer).
The candidate should have Communication Systems Experience in Citizens band (CB) radio.
The candidate should have own cellular phone.
The candidate should have own Steel-toed safety boots.
The candidate should have own Hard hat.
The candidate should have driver’s validity license check.
The candidate should have driving record check (abstract).
The candidate should have medical exam done.
The candidate should have drug test done.
The candidate should have Criminal record check done.
The candidate should also be willing to travel cross-border.
The candidate should also be willing to travel for extended periods.
The candidate should also be willing to travel overnight.
The candidate should also have Valid driver’s license.
The candidate should also be able to drive manual transmission vehicle.
The candidate should also be able to manage large workload.
The candidate should also be able to do repetitive tasks.
The candidate should also be able to pay attention to detail.
The candidate should also be comfortable sitting for longer period.
The candidate should also be able to manage heavy loads.
The work will be physically demanding and hence the candidate should be comfortable with it.
The candidate should show flexibility.
The candidate should have effective interpersonal skills.
The candidate should also be focused on the clients.
The candidate should also be a team player.
The candidate should have clarity of judgement.
Excellent written communication is needed from the candidate.
Excellent oral communication is needed from the candidate.
The candidate should be organized.
The candidate should be dependable.
The candidate should know English.
Sonam Trucking Inc. promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those member of these groups: Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, and Visible minorities.

How to Apply

If you’re interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

[email protected]

Here is what you must include when submitting your application:

Cover letter
References attesting experience
Proof of the requested certifications