Short Haul Truck Driver

Job ID57-E3-60-42-14-52
CompanyKahlon Trucking & Transport
LocationEdmonton
ProvinceAlberta
Date Posted2019-10-15
Posted Until2020-04-12
Job TypeFull-time
Job CategoryTransportation
Description
Vacancies: 3

Terms: Permanent, Full time

Employment conditions: Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend, Night, Flexible hours

Job requirements

Security and Safety
Criminal record check, Basic security clearance

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Attention to detail, Sitting

Personal Suitability
Flexibility, Reliability

Documentation Knowledge
Driver logbook, Bill of lading, Trip reports

Transport truck drivers operate heavy trucks to transport goods and materials over urban, interurban, provincial and international routes. They are employed by transportation, manufacturing, distribution and moving companies, and trucking employment service agencies, or they may be self-employed. This unit group also includes drivers of special purpose trucks and shunters who move trailers to and from loading docks within trucking yards or lots.

Long-haul transport truck drivers
Operate and drive primarily tractor-trailor, long-combination vehicle and straight-body trucks weighing over 4500 kg to transport goods and materials over long distances; Plan trip logistics and obtain required documentation to transport goods
Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection of vehicle systems, equipment and accessories such as tires, lights and turning signals, brakes and cold storage; Ensure cargo is secured properly in accordance with safety requirements and follow safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods; Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes; Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption; Administer bills of lading and manually or electronically maintain log books; Communicate with dispatcher, other drivers and customers using communication devices and on-board computers; May perform emergency roadside repairs; May drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
Start DateAs soon as possible
Salary$28.00/ hour for 40 hours / week
Education RequirementsSecondary (high) school graduation certificate
Essential SkillsLoad and unload goods, Drive lighter, special purpose trucks, Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials, Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption, Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle, Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment, Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
Experience Will Train
LanguagesEnglish
How To ApplyBy email:
kahlontruckingjobs@gmail.com