Truck driver

Canada line hauls limited based in Edmonton, AB T5Y 3R2 is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Truck driver who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The open positions pertain to the Permanent employment or Full time job. The candidate must be available to work early morning, morning, day, evening, night, and weekend shifts, must be willing to work shift schedules and flexible hours.

Employer Name: Canada line hauls limited
Position: Truck driver
No. of vacancies: 6
Salary: $36.60 hourly / 40 to 60 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full-time
Location: Edmonton, AB T5Y 3R2

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Job Description

  • The candidate must 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.
  • 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 condition of the vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage, and other equipment.
  • 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 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 employer will provide training to the selected candidate.
  • The candidate must hold an Air Brakes Endorsement, a Class 1/1F/A Licence for semi-trailer trucks, and a valid Driverโ€™s License (Class 1 or A).
  • The candidate must be able to handle a weight of up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs).
  • The candidate should have efficient interpersonal skills.
  • The candidate must be organized.
  • The candidate should be reliable.
  • The candidate should be a good team player.
  • The candidate must have patience.

Work setting

  • The candidate should be willing to relocate and be ready to move to a new city/different city for a job.
  • The candidate’s relocation costs should be covered by the employer, allowing the employer to contribute to the employee’s relocation costs incurred in moving closer to the company’s offices or other work locations as required.

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

  • The candidate must be knowledgeable about bill of lading, driver logbooks, inspection reports (pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip), maintenance and repair reports, and trip reports.

Type of trucking and equipment

  • The candidate must have experience operating flatbed trucks, refrigerated trucks, straight trucks (4,600 kg+ or 10,000 lbs+ with 3+ axles), and tractor-trailers.

Communication systems experience

  • The candidate must have experience operating GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment.

Transportation/travel experience

  • The candidate must have transportation and travel experience at the international and provincial/territorial levels.
  • The candidate must have long-haul and short-haul travel experience.

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

  • The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
  • The candidate must be willing to travel across borders.
  • The candidate must be willing to travel for extended periods of time.
  • The candidate must be willing to travel overnight.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • The candidate should have an eye for detail.
  • The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
  • The candidate must perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
  • The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in sitting positions.

How to Apply

If you have a keen interest in applying, kindly utilize the provided alternatives to submit your application.

By email

hr.clhl@outlook.com

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