Class 1 Commercial Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

50TH YELLOWHEAD - CLASS 1 COMMERCIAL DRIVER

Job Details

• Position: Class 1 Commercial Driver
• Type: Full time, on call, 55+ hours weekly, 10-hour shifts
• Pay: $0.50 - $0.70 per mile + bonus
• Term: 1 year with possible extension
• Location: Based out of Edmonton, AB with weekly trips to and from the US
• Start: ASAP
• Application Deadline: Ongoing

About Us

50th Yellowhead provides LTL (less than truckload) and FTL (full truck load) carrier solutions to a wide range of industries that primarily import and export out of Alberta. We have operated in the trucking industry for more than 30 years and strive to live up to our standards of excellence in reliability and flexibility. We foster an environment of growth and opportunity for our team by ensuring support and communication is available 24/7.

Our Values

• Reliability: Consistent and trustworthy performance.
• Flexibility: Adaptable to changes.
• Accommodation: Meeting customer and company needs.
• Growth Mindset: Continuous improvement and learning.

Who We're Looking For

• Results-oriented and accountable
• Positive and supportive towards clients
• Advocates for the trucking industry with a growth mindset
• Effective decision-makers

Job Responsibilities

• Load freight - lift requirement: 80 lbs
• Unload freight - lift requirement: 80 lbs
• Move freight - force requirement: 54 lbs
• Hook/Unhook trailer - force requirement: 90 lbs
• Tarp, strap, and chain loads on a regular basis – force requirement: 100 lbs
• Perform and complete thorough pre and post trip inspections
• Drive upwards of 60 hours and 3000 miles on a weekly basis
• Predictable attendance
• Able and willing to travel to and from the US on a weekly basis
• Submit random drug and alcohol test
• Comfortable being remote monitored while on-duty
• Utilize WhatsApp for communication with dispatch
• Utilize GoMotive for tracking and completing driver logs and inspections
• Manage the pressure of strict pickup and delivery schedules and procedures
• Diagnose and report basic mechanical issues
• Complete 36-hour resets at remote locations
• Work weekends
• Wait 1-2 days for backhauls
• Adhere to all company policies
• Striving to ensure the safety of all individuals that might be affected by your actions while on the job
• Act with professionalism at all times
• Transparency and honesty to management in all matters concerning the company
• Provide exceptional customer service to shippers and receivers

Other Responsibilities may include:

• Support the maintenance of the tractor and trailer unit (basic to moderate repairs)
• Policy development
• Load procurement
• Work in harsh weather conditions (ex. heavy rain, heavy snow, < -25°ree;C or > 25°ree;C)

Qualifications

• Must be between 23 and 70 years old
• Must be able to travel to and from the Edmonton Area on a regular basis
• Must have an Alberta Commercial Driver Abstract not more than 6 months old
• Must have Class 1 License for a minimum of 3 years, manual transmission preferred
• Must have a minimum of 3 years Commercial Truck Driving experience in Canada a/o U.S.A
• No more than 2 minor violations (15 mph or greater, following too close, improper passing, defective brakes, defective equipment, oversize) in the last 3 years
• No more than 1 chargeable accident in the last 3 years
• No major violations (DUI, homicide, felony, racing, hit and run, reckless driving, suspension, fleeing arrest, accident other than ppv) in last 5 years
• Experience with flat deck a/o step deck (preferred)
• Experience with tarping (preferred)
• Experience with strapping loads (preferred)
• Experience with chaining loads (preferred)
• Experience with GoMotive (preferred)
• Experience with WhatsApp (preferred)
• Experience with heavy machinery repair (preferred)

Requirements

• Access to a personal vehicle
• Must possess a Canadian Passport or US Work Visa (B-1 a/o B-2)
• Not a smoker
• Must pass a Police Check and Vulnerability Sector Check
• Must pass a Drug and Alcohol Check
• Provide an Alberta Commercial Driver Abstract not more than 6 months old during interview process
• Complete a CEFR (English language proficiency) test if not a Canadian Citizen
• Provide 2 professional references

Why Join Us?

• Opportunities to work with a friendly and tightly knit team with diverse backgrounds.
• Immense opportunities for experiential learning.
• Opportunities to gain and develop Communication skills, Interpersonal skills, Leadership skills, Management skill, Critical Thinking skills, Problem Solving skills, Professional Driving skills , Heavy duty and automotive maintenance and repair abilities, Entrepreneurship abilities, and Geographical expertise.

Industry knowledge

• Have a significant impact on small business imports and exports.
• Your passion will not be overlooked. Tremendous opportunity for career growth and promotion.
• Innovative and collaborative environment that inspires fun and growth.
• Be generously compensated with regular bonuses and/or advances

How to Apply

Send your cover letter and resume to 50thyellowhead@gmail.com with the subject "Application for Class 1 Commercial Driver". Only selected applicants will be contacted.