J D Trans, based at 283 Baywater Way SW, Airdrie, AB T4B 3V6, is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Truck driver who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who gets selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The open positions pertain to Permanent employment or full-time jobs. The shift timings include Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Early Morning and Morning.
Employer Name: J D Trans
Position: Truck driver
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $27.50 to $40.50 hourly (To be negotiated) / 35 to 40 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full-time
Location: 283 Baywater Way SW, Airdrie, AB T4B 3V6
Also hiring: Construction worker
Job Description
- The candidate must have mountain driving experience.
- The candidate must load and unload goods.
- The candidate must inspect the vehicle’s condition, including the brakes, tires, lights, and other essential components.
- The candidate must perform brake adjustments.
- The candidate must be able to perform emergency roadside repairs.
- The candidate will be responsible for performing pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections, as well as overseeing all vehicle aspects.
- The candidate must perform preventive maintenance.
- 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 the English language.
- The candidate must have a certificate of Secondary (high) school graduation.
- The ideal candidate will have at least 1 to less than 7 months of experience in a related industry.
- The candidate must be well-organized.
- The candidate should be reliable.
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
- The candidate must be knowledgeable about accident or incident reports, bill of lading, driver logbooks, inspection reports (pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip), maintenance and repair reports and trip reports.
Communication systems experience
- The candidate will be responsible for operating GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigational equipment.
Transportation/travel experience
- The candidate must have transportation and travel experience at the national, provincial/territorial, and regional levels.
- The candidate must have short-haul travel experience.
Additional information
Security and safety
- The candidate must have a valid passport.
- The candidate must undergo a driver’s licence validity check for security and safety purposes.
Transportation/travel information
- The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
- The candidate must be willing to travel for extended periods.
- The candidate must be willing to travel overnight.
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- The candidate should have an eye for detail.
- The candidate must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
- The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks frequently.
- The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in a sitting position.
How to Apply
To apply, please use the provided options and submit your application if you are interested in the position.
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