Class 1 Truck Driver - Tanker

Why you’ll love Canada Cartage

An iconic Canadian company with over 100 years of helping companies grow and succeed in Canada, we provide national dedicated fleet solutions, general freight services, managed transportation, fulfillment & distribution, and home delivery. With a national network of terminals, cross-docks, and distribution centers, we are one of Canada’s largest and most trusted supply chain service providers. Driven to exceed customer expectations, and supported by technology and innovation, we bring simplicity to complex logistics challenges.

We work with intelligent and focused leaders who are driven to create an outstanding customer experience in partnership with Canadian leading brands. Canada Cartage is deep rooted in family values with an entrepreneurial culture where ideas are welcomed, growth is fostered and high performance is championed. A recognized thought leader and founded in 1914, Canada Cartage dominates the industry by delivering innovative fleet solutions.

Position Summary

Primary responsibility is to safely transport liquid or gaseous cargo, such as chemicals, or hazardous materials, to specified destinations. Duties include conducting pre-trip inspections of the tanker vehicle to ensure it is in optimal working condition, as well as loading and unloading cargo following established safety procedures.

• Start time – Varies
• Competitive mileage rate
• Must be comfortable driving to Various regions in Alberta, Saskatchewan, BC and Manitoba
• Must have Highway and Mountain driving Experience
• 2-4 nights’ out(could vary)
  
  

Location: Edmonton, AB

Schedule: 5 on 5 off

What you will do

• Safely and efficiently inspect, operate and maintain company and customer issued equipment in accordance with Transport regulations, TSA, company and customer policies and procedures.
• Document and directly report all safety related equipment defects to Canada Cartage and when applicable, to the customer’s dispatch.
• Continuously exercise safe-work-practices when engaged in work related activities (e.g. using material handling equipment, when manual handling cargo, and vehicle backing, etc.).
• Maintain timely communication with the company dispatch office to report daily activity such as arrival and departure time, delays, unscheduled breaks, workplace injuries, motor vehicle collisions, and cargo, equipment, and property loss/damages.
• Accurately complete and submit (at shift or trips end) all documentation required for payroll, customer billing, hours of service, vehicle maintenance, etc.
• Continuously comply with current Hours of Service and TDG regulations.
• Inspect cargo prior to acceptance and apply appropriate cargo securement as per NSC Standard 10.
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• Valid Class 1/AZ License is required.
• Clean 5 years Commercial driving abstract (no more than 3 demerits and 3 negative events).
• Minimum 5 years of class 1 driving experience.
• 1-3 years of verifiable tanker driving experience.
• Mininmum 1 year of Super B experience is required.
• Mountain driving experience is required.
• Must have excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Comfortable with smartphone technology.
• Reliable, flexible, punctual and safe driving behaviors.
• Comfortable backing in all manner of tight spaces and locations.
• Must be bondable and legally able to work in Canada.
  
  

Along With The Following Skills & Competencies

• Shipping Documentation
• Loads/Secures /Unloads Cargo
• Maintain Travel Logs
• Transport Cargo
• Vehicle Safety Checks
• Vehicle Inspection
  
  

Why people love working for Canada Cartage

• Cohesive team and a positive, hard-working atmosphere.
• Meaningful opportunities for career growth.
• Company wide recognition initiatives designed to recognize employees when they demonstrate outstanding customer service, teamwork, and our core values.
• Perks - discounted hotels, car rentals, entertainment, gym memberships, phone plans, electronics, to name a few
• Fun events throughout the year, like summer barbeques and driver-appreciation week that regularly bring us together.
• We give back to the communities in which we operate by volunteering and donating to local charities.
• We are a strong company that weathers the storm through pandemics and recessionary periods, so that we can benefit from good economic environments.
  
  

We are a top employer!

• Canada Cartage has been recognized on the Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers for six straight years in a row.
• Trucking HR has announced that Canada Cartage has again been selected for the 8th year in a row, as one of Canada’s Top Fleet Employers. In addition, we have been recognized as an Employer of Distinction for the 4th year in a row. This serves to reinforce Canada Cartage’s reputation as an employer of high quality.
• We’ve been acknowledged by Forbes 2023, as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity
  
  

Come work with an industry leader!

Canada Cartage is committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA). We are determined in meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA at any point in your application or employment duration, please let us know.

We would like to thank all those expressing an interest in this position; however, only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.

Committed to employment equity, Canada Cartage Systems LP encourages applications from Aboriginal people, members of visible minority groups, and women.

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