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Buffalo Plains Cattle Company is seeking a local and long haul truck driver
-Most weekends off
-Late model equipment
-Comprehensive benefit package
-Livestock Handling experience an asset but willing to train the right candidate
Main Function
- Responsible for the operation of tractor trailer power unit
- Provide truck and trailer maintenance to the extent possible.
-Be reliable, professional and punctual
Description of Work Performed.
- Maintain daily work and log book records.
- Perform other duties as required.
Qualifications
- Grade 12 or equivalent or suitable work related experience
- Must have class 1 license with air brake endorsement
- Must provide current drivers abstract
- Must have the ability to work quickly, accurately, and independently
-Class 1 (A) license required
-Minimum 2 years driving a semi required
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Finding information
- Significant use of memory
Type of Travel
- Regional
- Local
- Provincial/territorial
- Short-haul
- Long-haul
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Willing to travel for extended periods
- Willing to travel overnight
- Valid driver's licence
- Public transportation is not available
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
- Driver's Licence (Class 1 or A)
Specific Skills
- Use atlases and other trip planning aids
- Receive and relay information to central dispatcher
- Plan travel schedules and routes
- Perform preventive maintenance
- Monitor vehicle performance and mechanical fitness
- Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
- Loading and unloading of goods
- Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
- Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
Type of Trucking and Equipment
- Tractor-trailer
Communication Equipment Experience
- Cellular phone
- Citizens band (CB) radio
Security and Safety
- Driving record check (abstract)
Documentation Knowledge
- Trip reports
- Maintenance and repair reports
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
- Bill of lading
- Driver logbook
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