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| Job Order #: | 5191900 | Posted: | 23-Feb-2012 | ||
| Job Title: | Professional Truck Drivers (NH3) | ||||
| Location: | SASKATOON | ||||
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Drive for Excellence - Join Our Team! Our professional truck drivers haul various liquid & dry bulk commodities including, anhydrous ammonia (NH3), asphalt, fuel, grain and fertilizers among others. We currently have openings for Seasonal, Rotational & Full Time Professional Truck Drivers to haul bulk commodities throughout Western and Northern Canada. Seasonal specifics: Spring anhydrous ammonia (NH3); anywhere from 4-8 weeks, April June Spring, Summer and Fall liquid asphalt: anywhere from 6 weeks 7 months, April October Year round full time and rotational positions available; work can be dedicated or follow the seasons depending on driver preference. The INDIVIDUAL and QUALIFICATIONS: Recent Class 1A, 7 or 8 axle experience Liquid or dry bulk experience an asset Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, requiring initiative and ambition, able to work independently A self starter with a highly energetic results oriented work style combined Ability to maintain a sense of humour in challenging situations We OFFER: Very competitive wages with additional earning opportunities through quarterly Good Operations Bonus Flexible schedules with a variety of products and equipment Group benefits, Matching RRSP program & scholarship for children of employees for full-time and rotational drivers All applicants require a clean abstract and will adhere to a criminal record search, pre-access medical and drug screen. |
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| # of Positions: | 13 | ||||
| Employment Terms: | Seasonal:F-T | ||||
| Apply by Date: | 23-Mar-2012 | ||||
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| Experience: | 1-2 Years | ||||
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Documentation Knowledge
- Driver logbook - Bill of lading - Dangerous goods occurrence reports - Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip) - Maintenance and repair reports - Trip reports Transportation/Travel Information - Valid driver's licence - Willing to travel overnight Essential Skills - Significant use of memory - Continuous learning - Computer use - Critical thinking - Decision making - Oral communication - Writing - Numeracy - Document use Type of Trucking and Equipment - Dry bulk - Liquid bulk - Tractor-trailer B train - Tractor-trailer A train Additional Skills - Professionalism in customer service - Handle inquiries from customers Communication Equipment Experience - Citizens band (CB) radio - Trip recorder (on-board computer) - Satellite tracking (GPS) equipment Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.) - Driver's Licence (Class 1 or A) - Air Brake (Z) Endorsement Own Tools/Equipment - Steel-toed safety boots Security and Safety - Drug test - Medical exam - Driving record check (abstract) - Criminal record check (abstract) Weight Handling - Up to 45 kg (100 lbs) Type of Travel - Long-haul - Provincial/territorial - Local - Regional Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities - Physically demanding Specific Skills - Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment - Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo - Loading and unloading of goods - Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials - Monitor vehicle performance and mechanical fitness - Perform brake adjustments - Receive and relay information to central dispatcher - Transport hazardous products or dangerous goods |
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Application Information |
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| How to Apply: | Interested applicants apply online at www.westcanbulk.ca under the Join Our Team link. Phone 1.888.WBT.HIRE for further details. | ||||
| Employer Name: | Westcan Bulk Transport Ltd. | ||||
| Contact Email: | careers@westcanbulk.ca | ||||
| Employer Website: | www.westcanbulk.ca | ||||