Truck driver
Western Express Transport Inc. situated in 4311 Glenmore Trail SE, Calgary, AB T2C 2R8 is seeking applications for the job position of Truck driver who are enthusiastic and possess excellent interpersonal skills. The successful candidate for this position is expected to start work as quickly as possible. The role being offered is Permanent employment or Full time job. The shift timings for this position include the Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Early Morning and Morning.
Employer Name: Western Express Transport Inc.
Position: Truck driver
No. of vacancies: 8
Salary: $35.40 hourly / 35 to 40 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: 4311 Glenmore Trail SE, Calgary, AB T2C 2R8
Job Description
- 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 condition of the vehicle 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, as well as overseeing all vehicle aspects.
- The candidate will be responsible for receiving and relaying information to central dispatch.
- 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.
Job Requirements
- The candidate should be fluent in 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 Air Brake (Z) Endorsement Certification and a Driver’s License (Class 1 or A).
- The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
- The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
- The candidate must be well-organized.
- The candidate should be reliable.
- The candidate should be a good team player.
Work setting
- The candidate should work in various locations when employees are scattered across different worksites.
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
- The candidate must be knowledgeable about driver logbooks and inspection reports (pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip).
Type of trucking and equipment
- The type of trucking and equipment is tractor-trailer.
Communication systems experience
- The candidate will be responsible for operating GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigational equipment.
Additional information
Security and safety
- The candidate’s driving record should be thoroughly investigated (abstract).
Transportation/travel information
- The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- The candidate should have an eye for details.
- The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
- The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
How to Apply
Kindly use the given options to submit your application, if you are interested.
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