Long haul truck driver
AHS Transport is located in Saskatoon, SK. The company is currently looking for applications for a long-haul truck driver position. We are seeking a self-disciplined individual with exceptional interpersonal skills. The chosen applicant must join and begin their duties as soon as possible. The open positions are for Permanent or Full-time employment. The LMIA (Labour Market Impact Assessment) has approved the long-haul truck driver position.
Employer Name: AHS Transport
Position: Long-haul truck driver
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $32.50 hourly / 32 to 70 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Saskatoon, SK
Also hiring: Maintenance worker, building
Job Description
- To minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions, the candidate must plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices.
- The candidate must drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
- The candidate must load and unload goods.
- The candidate must operate and drive straight or articulated trucks in order to transport goods and materials.
- The candidate must oversee the vehicle’s condition and inspect the brakes, tires, lights, cold storage, and other equipment.
- The candidate will be responsible for performing pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections and overseeing all vehicle aspects.
- The candidate must perform preventive maintenance.
- The candidate will be responsible for recording cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption.
- The candidate will be responsible for tarping and ensuring cargo safety and security.
- The candidate must handle and transport dangerous goods.
Job Requirements
- The candidate should be fluent in the English language.
- The candidate must have a certificate of Secondary (high) school graduation.
- Training will be provided to the selected candidate.
- The candidate must have an Air Brakes Endorsement Certification and a Driver’s License (Class 1 or A).
- The candidate must be well-organized.
- The candidate should be a good team player.
- The candidate must be hardworking.
- The candidate must have patience.
Experience and specialization
Type of trucking and equipment
- Trucking and equipment types include flatbed and tractor-trailer.
Communication systems experience
- The candidate will operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigational equipment.
Additional information
Security and safety
- The candidate must have a valid passport.
- The candidate should be subjected to a thorough criminal background check, driver’s licence validity check, drug test and medical examination.
Transportation/travel information
- The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- The candidate should have an eye for detail.
- The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying, please submit your application through the provided channels or options.
By email