Job Description

Summary:
Under the direction of the Team Leader, the Class 1 Driver is responsible for the safe operation of various types of tractor trailers including vans and decks for pick-up and delivery of materials for transport to a destination.
This is a safety-sensitive position that requires completion of pre-employment testing and requires a class 1 driver's license (or equivalent), and a satisfactory Five (5) year Commercial Driver's Abstract to support insurability. Employee is also required to complete a in-house road-test prior to onboarding.
Key Focuses:

• Operate commercial vehicles
• Completing daily driver logs in accordance with Albertas hour of service regulations
• Fill out pre and post trip inspections
• Ensure vehicle is properly equipped and in proper working order
• Give proper care to the operation and maintenance of vehicles and equipment
• Follow the scheduled plan for deliveries and inform supervisor if you must deviate for any reason
• Maintain shipping and loading documents
• Maintain professional driving habits at all times
• Be alert to risks and threats in order to prevent losses before they occur
• Must be flexible and work effectively in a fast paced environment

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Valid Class one (1) drivers and clean five (5) year drivers abstract
• Five (5) year Commercial Driver Abstract, current within 30 days, is required.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Ability to speak, read and write English is required
• Minimum of two (2) years experience is required
• Load securement and deck experience is required
• Air Brake Q Endorsement is required
• Forklift certification is required
• Warehousing/ yard work experience is an asset
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

This is a full time position based in Edmonton, AB.
Work schedule: Tuesday to Friday; 10 hour days; 9:00am-7:30pm
What we offer:

• Highly competitive salaries
• Safe working conditions
• 100% Company paid group benefits including Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Dependent Life, Critical Illness, LTD, Health, Dental, Employee and Family Assistance Program, and a Health Spending Account.
• The opportunity to make a difference: Rewarding and engaging atmosphere where you will see your contribution at work and be encouraged to grow in your career
• Work-life balance: We know our people have places to go, people to see and good times to have and we support that!