Full-Time Long Haul Driver (Professional Long Haul Driver) in Calgary
Job Description
Languages
English
Education
Not required
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Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
Driver’s Licence (Class 1 or A); Air Brake (Z) Endorsement; Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate; Commercial Vehicle Operator’s Registration (CVOR) Certificate; Commercial Driver Registration Program (CDRP) Card; Air Brake Adjustment Certificate
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Experience
Experience an asset
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Type of Trucking and Equipment
Tractor-trailer; Van; Refrigerated
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Type of Travel
Long-haul; National; International
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Documentation Knowledge
Driver logbook; Bill of lading; Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip); Trans-border documentation; Maintenance and repair reports; Trip reports; Accident or incident reports; Dangerous goods occurrence reports
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Communication Equipment Experience
Trip recorder (on-board computer); Satellite tracking (GPS) equipment
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Weight Handling
Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
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Specific Skills
Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials; Loading and unloading of goods; Plan travel schedules and routes; Use atlases and other trip planning aids; Receive and relay information to central dispatcher; Transport hazardous products or dangerous goods; Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment; Perform brake adjustments; Monitor vehicle performance and mechanical fitness; Perform preventive maintenance
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Additional Skills
Mountain driving expertise; Professionalism in customer service; Handle inquiries from customers
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Security and Safety
Basic security clearance; Driving record check (abstract); Medical exam; Drug test
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Own Tools/Equipment
Tools; Steel-toed safety boots; Hard hat
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Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Physically demanding
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Transportation/Travel Information
Willing to travel cross-border; Willing to travel for extended periods; Willing to travel overnight; Valid driver’s licence
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Work Location Information
Various locations
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Essential Skills
Reading text; Document use; Numeracy; Writing; Communication; Working with others; Problem solving; Decision making; Critical thinking; Job task planning and organizing; Significant use of memory; Finding information; Computer use; Continuous learning
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Other Information
Pay is per mile per trip
How to Apply
For details on how to apply, please visit: http://www.bisontransport.comWe encourage all candidates who have the right mix of skills, abilities and a passion for excellence to apply. We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.