Driver, Truck Driver, Transportation

Drivers operate Class 1 multi-trailer combinations, such as Super B and Tri-Quad units, on long-haul routes to transport and deliver fuel and commercial products. Drivers can expect to spend multiple consecutive days on the road and may be required to complete resets away from home. Hours of work follow the applicable governing hours-of-service regulations. They work primarily in the cab while driving and outside the vehicle when loading or unloading fuel, and are exposed to a wide range of road, weather and traffic conditions.

Drivers typically work independently without direct supervision but must maintain regular communication with Dispatch at scheduled intervals. Chaining up may be required. Overtime and weekend work are common.

• Oversee cargo handling and secure loads, including equipment preparation, application of safe practices, and compliance with applicable Acts and safety regulations.
• Perform pre-trip, en-route and post-trip inspections on equipment and load to ensure safety and roadworthiness.
• Comply with applicable legislation, including safe operation, carriage of goods, hours of service, occupational health and safety, transportation of dangerous goods, customs and immigration, and weights and dimensions.
• Manoeuvre trucks into loading or unloading positions; check that vehicle position is correct and any special loading equipment is properly positioned.
• Check vehicles before driving to ensure mechanical, safety and emergency equipment is in good working order.
• Perform minor roadside repairs, such as lights, loose fittings and airlines.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations or damage to vehicles.
• Check all load-related documentation to ensure it is complete and accurate.
• Plan or adjust routes based on changing road, weather and traffic conditions using GPS or other navigation tools.
• Use mobile communication devices and company-approved technology to communicate with Dispatch and operational personnel.
• Maintain logs of working hours and vehicle service and repair status, following applicable provincial regulations.
• Record and maintain required documentation, including the driver logbook, bills of lading, and cargo, distance and fuel consumption records.
• Communicate effectively with the public, government officials, customers and co-workers.
• Placard units as required.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Deliver product and proper paperwork to customers in a courteous and timely manner.
• Plan rest periods and resets on the road in compliance with hours-of-service regulations.
• Inspect site tanks for damage or faulty equipment.
• Provide feedback to Dispatch regarding customer, mechanical or delivery problems, and address customer concerns where appropriate.
• Wash the vehicle thoroughly, inside and out.
• Grease the unit between services as instructed by AFD.
• Maintain, repair, install and remove tire chains.
• Complete, scan and submit all required paperwork at the end of the shift. This may include, but is not limited to, driver daily logs, TDG documentation including fuel lading forms (declining balance), FLHAs, bills of lading, inspection logs, delivery receipts, vehicle inspections and hours-of-service records.
• Train and mentor others when required.
• Other related duties as required or assigned.

Education and Certifications

• High school diploma.
• Class 1 driver’s licence (required).
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certificate (preferred).
• H2S Alive, First Aid and CFA – CPPI (considered assets).

Experience

• 3+ years of direct work experience in a Class 1 driving capacity.
• Experience operating Class 1 equipment in off-road or resource industry environments (preferred).
• Fuel hauling experience is an asset; willing to train the successful candidate.
• Clean 5-year driver’s…