long haul truck driver
AVION LOGISTICS INC.
Job details
Location Edmonton, AB
Workplace information On site
Salary36.00 hourly / 40 hours per week
Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Early Morning, Morning
Starts as soon as possible
vacancies 8 vacancies
Overview
Languages
English
Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
Experience an asset
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
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Work setting
Various locations
Responsibilities
Tasks
Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
Load and unload goods
Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
Perform brake adjustments
Perform emergency roadside repairs
Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Perform preventive maintenance
Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
we will assist the driver to apply for Alberta Class 1 license through Mandatory Entry Level Training (MELT)
Class 1/1F/A License (semi trailer trucks) will be an asset.
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
Accident or incident reports
Bill of lading
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Maintenance and repair reports
Trans-border documentation
Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
Dry bulk
Flatbed
Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
Tractor-trailer
Tractor-trailer B train
Communication systems experience
Citizens band (CB) radio
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Trip recorder (on-board computer)
Transportation/travel experience
International
Local
Long-haul
National
Provincial/territorial
Short-haul
Additional information
Security and safety
Valid passport
Basic security clearance
Criminal record check
Driver's validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Drug test
Medical exam
Transportation/travel information
Drive manual transmission vehicle
Own vehicle
Valid driver's licence
Willing to travel cross-border
Willing to travel for extended periods
Willing to travel internationally
Willing to travel overnight
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Handling heavy loads
Large workload
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks
Sitting
Weight handling
Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
Cellular phone
Hard hat
Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
Flexibility
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for newcomers and refugees
Support for Indigenous people
Supports for visible minorities
Who can apply for this job?
You can apply if you are:
a Canadian citizen
a permanent resident of Canada
a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit
Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.
How to apply
Direct Apply
By Direct Apply
By email
info@avionlogistics.ca
By mail
2313 90B Street SW
EDMONTON, AB
T6X 1V8
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