- Truck driver
- Wheatland Trees Ltd. in Strathmore, AB, Canada
- jobs
- 1 day ago
jobs description
Location
Strathmore, AB
Workplace information
On site
Salary
30.00 hourly / 60 to 130 hours bi-weekly
Terms of employment
Seasonal employment
Full time
Day, Evening, Weekend, Shift, On Call, Early Morning, Morning
Start date: 2025-04-04
Benefits: Other benefits
vacancies
1 vacancy
Source
Job Bank #3226398
Languages
English
Education
No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience
1 to less than 7 months
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Green job
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The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.
Work setting
Remote location
Relocation costs not covered by employer
Responsibilities
Tasks
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
Address customers' complaints or concerns
Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
Professionalism in customer service
Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
Load and unload goods
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
Receive and relay information to central dispatch
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
Air Brakes Endorsement
Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
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
Trip reports
Type of cranes
Hydraulic or telescoping boom
Type of trucking and equipment
Dump truck
Flatbed
Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
Tractor-trailer
Transportation/travel experience
Local
Provincial/territorial
Regional
Short-haul
Specialization or experience
Green economy sector
Additional information
Security and safety
Valid passport
Basic security clearance
Driver's validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Transportation/travel information
Drive manual transmission vehicle
Own transportation
Own vehicle
Valid driver's licence
Willing to travel for extended periods
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Handling heavy loads
Large workload
Overtime required
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks
Sitting
Weight handling
More than 45 kg (100 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
Cellular phone
Hard hat
Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Flexibility
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Hardworking
Patience
Benefits
Other benefits
Free parking available
Parking available