Full-Time

Long Haul Truck Driver

Posted on Jun 28

Star Alberta Transport Corporation

Calgary, AB

Personal Suitability

Flexibility; Team player; Judgement; Reliability; Organized

Type of Trucking and Equipment Tractor-trailer; Flatbed

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Sitting; Overtime required

Transportation/Travel Information

Willing to travel cross-border; Willing to travel for extended periods; Valid driver's licence

Security and Safety Driver's validity licence check

Weight Handling Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Communication Systems Experience

Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Documentation Knowledge

Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip); Driver logbook

Specific Skills

Transport and handle dangerous goods; Pay and receive payments for goods; Load and unload goods; Drive lighter, special purpose trucks; Receive and relay information to central dispatch; Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials; Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo; Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy; Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment; Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations; 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

Experience No experience

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.) Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Languages English

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