Western Express Transport Inc.

Calgary, AB

Western Express Transport Inc.

Calgary, AB

truck driver

Calgary, AB (view on map)

Posted 22 days ago

Job Description

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: Will train

Work setting

• Various locations

Tasks

• 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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

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

Type of trucking and equipment

• Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week