Transport Driver

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KBL is Western Canada’s leading environmental services team! KBL Logistics (KBL) is a Canadian business providing customers with transportation of a multitude of waste and/or products from generator sites directly to end consignees while able to maximize cost efficiencies for our clients. We have proudly developed a culture of safety excellence, delivering quality of services with a reputation for innovation.

Our team consists of a group of like-minded individuals driven by the desire to excel in their role and provide innovative environmental solutions. Our team is rooted in our core values of being diligent, resourceful, and responsible. These values drive the day-to-day operations at KBL and help to ensure our services are delivered with care and conscientiousness. To learn more about KBL please visit our website at www.kbl.ca to learn more about KBL. We encourage you to apply and join us on this exciting journey!

We are looking to add a Transport Driver to our team!

Job Type: Full Time

Reports to: Operations Manager

Job Location: Alberta with occasional out-of-province travel

Position Summary

The Transport Driver will transport bulk material to and from various locations in diverse settings, including manufacturing plants, landfills and remote areas. The Transport Driver is also responsible for inspecting the equipment (pre-trip, post-trip) to ensure mechanical integrity. Journey management and meeting all scheduling requirements are critical.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Operate the truck in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications, KBL policies and procedures and in accordance with all government regulations

- Be courteous and professional when dealing with clientele and co-workers

- Ensure the truck is maintained and inspected for deficiencies as per manufacturer’s requirements

- Record any deficiencies in the NSC Log Book and report them to maintenance personnel

- Completion of accurate bills of ladings for each load

- Maintain accurate and up to date NSC Log Book and be familiar with recent log book entries

- Ensure load weights do not exceed Registered Gross Vehicle Weight

- Ensure proper placement of loads on trailers

- Ensure that all loads are properly secured for transport in accordance with NSC policies and procedures, and government regulations

- Be proficient in trailer coupling and uncoupling, according to manufacturers specifications and applicable laws and regulations

Qualifications

- Valid Class 1 Licence

- 3-5 years proven work experience as a Class 1 truck driver hauling bulk solids

- No more than 3 demerit points and 1 driving violation within the past 12 months

- Experience with roll off and walking floor trailers is consider an asset

- Experience hauling gravel or contaminated soil is considered an asset

- Proficient with electronic equipment and software (GPS, ELD, Work based apps)

- Ability to drive long hours and be away from home for extended periods

- Extensive knowledge of National Safety Code rules and regulations

- Adaptability and foresight to manage unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc.)

- Must be willing to submit to background and employment reference checks

- Must be willing to undergo drug and alcohol testing (site access requirement, post incident and reasonable suspicion)

- Must be able to follow both oral and written instructions

What KBL offers the right candidate

- Career opportunities – we are a growing company!

- Professional development – learn from the best in the industry!

- Competitive benefits package includes all the basics, including a health care spending account, wellness account, and matching RRSP.

- Managers who are held accountable for employee engagement.

- Flexible working environment and hours.

- Comfortable and modern workspace and amenities.

- Competitive pay that matches your experience and qualifications.

We welcome and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experience. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.