LONG HAUL TRUCK DRIVER
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Job posting advertised
long haul truck driver Verified
Posted on September 01, 2026 by Employer detailsPal Transport
Job details
- Location9161 34A AVEEdmonton, ABT6X 1Y1
- Work locationOn the road
- Salary38.00 hourly / 30 to 40 hours per week
- Terms of employmentPermanent employmentFull time
- Early morning, Evening, Night, Weekend
- Starts as soon as possible
- Benefits: Other benefits
- vacancies 7 vacancies
- SourceJob Bank #3662022
Overview
Languages
English
Education
- Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
1 year to less than 2 years
On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.
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The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target.
Responsibilities
Tasks
- Calculate fixed assets and depreciation
- Calculate the cost of truck repairs and new parts if needed
- Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
- Address customers' complaints or concerns
- Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
- Mountain driving expertise
- Professionalism in customer service
- Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
- Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
- Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
- Load and unload goods
- Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
- Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
- Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
- Pay and receive payments for goods
- Perform brake adjustments
- Perform emergency roadside repairs
- Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
- Perform preventive maintenance
- Receive and relay information to central dispatch
- Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
- Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
- Transport and handle dangerous goods
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
- Air Brakes Endorsement
- AZ class license
- Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Experience and specialization
Communication systems experience
- Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience
- Long-haul
Additional information
Transportation/travel information
- Valid driver's licence
- Willing to travel cross-border
- Willing to travel internationally
- Willing to travel overnight
Personal suitability
- Organized
- Team player
- Hardworking
Benefits
Other benefits
- Other benefits
Employment groups
This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:
Support for youths- Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
- Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth
Who can apply for this job?
The employer accepts applications from:
- Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada
- other candidates, with or without a valid Canadian work permit
How to apply
Direct Apply
By Direct Apply
Additional ways to applyIn person
9161 34A AVEedmonton, ABT6X 1Y1Between 11:00 AM and 02:00 PM
What you must include in your application:
- Cover letter