Logging Truck Drivers (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

Full Time

  Bonus Equities Ltd

  Grassland, Alberta, Canada

Bonus Equities Ltd is hiring 4 full-time Logging Truck Drivers in Grassland, Alberta to start as soon as possible.

Employment groups: Indigenous peoples , Newcomers to Canada, Seniors, Veterans (This employer has indicated an interest in hiring employees from these groups. If you are a member of these groups, you are encouraged to indicate it in your application. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply.)

Job requirements

Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience

Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)

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

Documentation Knowledge

Accident or incident reports; Trip reports; Trans-border documentation; Maintenance and repair reports; Dangerous goods occurrence reports; Driver logbook; Bill of lading

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Communication Systems Experience

Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment; Trip recorder (on-board computer); Citizens band (CB) radio

Additional Skills

Professionalism in customer service; Mountain driving expertise

Weight Handling

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs); Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Specific Skills

Transport and handle dangerous goods; Perform preventive maintenance; Perform emergency roadside repairs; Load and unload goods; 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; Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment; Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Security and Safety

Driver's validity license check; Driving record check (abstract); Drug test

Own Tools/Equipment

Steel-toed safety boots; Hard hat; Cellular phone

Transportation/Travel Information

Willing to travel overnight; Valid driver's licence; Drive manual transmission vehicle; Travel expenses paid by employer

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Repetitive tasks; Handling heavy loads; Physically demanding; Attention to detail; Sitting; Large workload

Work Location Information

Room and board provided; Willing to relocate

Type of Trucking and Equipment

Tractor-trailer; Tractor-trailer B train; Logging, highway; Logging, off-highway

Transportation/Travel Experience

Local; Provincial/territorial; Short-haul

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Excellent oral communication; Excellent written communication; Judgement; Reliability; Organized

Compensation

$30.00 to $32.00 hourly for 60 hours per week

Benefits: Bonus, Disability Benefits, Medical Benefits, Dental Benefits, Group Insurance Benefits, Life Insurance Benefits, Vision Care Benefits, Other Benefits