Winch Truck Driver

WHY JOIN US?!

• 100% Employer funded health, dental, and vision coverage
• RRSP matching program
• Competitive wages and flexible vacation
• Retention Bonus
• Family-operated business

Ketek Logistics Inc.

Winch Truck Driver
Position Background:

The driver operates a Commercial Motor Vehicle transporting materials in compliance with all Federal Safety Regulations.

Core Duties:

• Safe and reliable operation of Tractor and Trailer
• Pick-up and delivery of Ketek equipment to/from Head Office and Branch Operations to/from client sites located in throughout Western Canada
• Operates a Winch truck to safely and efficiently transport a variety of materials;
• Responsible for the proper loading and securing of each commodity to prevent movement and allow for safe transportation of materials
• Responsible for ongoing and effective communication with Ketek’s personnel, customers, and others regarding permits, routes, fuel stops, giving and receiving information and instructions
• Responsible for daily completion of all required paperwork
• Responsible for performing pre-trip, inter-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and adjustments, preventive maintenance, tire chain-ups, and minor on-road repairs as needed
• Responsible for the cleanliness of the vehicle (interior and exterior)
• Fill required paperwork
• Ability to successfully complete safety training as required on an ongoing basis
• Observe all safety procedures and use proper Personal Protective Equipment
• Ensure that all of Ketek policies and Occupational Health and Safety regulations are followed
• Represent Ketek in a light that is commensurate with the values of Management and the Corporate Vision and Mission Statements
• Be considerate of the needs of our community and the environment
• Perform other related duties as required

Working Conditions:

• Inside vehicle cab 60% to 70% of the time
• Outdoors up to 30% of the time, exposed to moderate to severe weather conditions, temperature extremes, ice, rain, snow, blowing dust etc.
• Hazards include moving objects/vehicles, burns, toxic/caustic chemicals and petroleum products, gasoline/diesel odours, fumes and gasses, chemical/petroleum product spills, noise sometimes at levels in excess of 80 DBA, dusty environments, cramped quarters, slippery surfaces, pinch points, trip and overhead obstacles

Qualifications and Skills:

• Must have CDL with appropriate endorsements
• Must have 2 years Winch experience
• Must be able to read, write and speak English at a level that would allow the communication and comprehension of job-related information, instructions, regulations, signs, maps, MSDS guidelines, required paperwork, memos, etc.
• Basic mathematical skills are required
• High School Diploma
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Oil Field Truck Driver
• Must be able to deal with time constraints to product delivery in a timely and safe manner
• Good reasoning skills are necessary in order to apply established procedures safely and effectively while securing loads and operating a vehicle and to monitor continuously changing conditions and react appropriately
• Ability to deal with the public in a positive, courteous, and respectful manner
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and frequent demanding deadlines
• Ability to handle changing schedules and priorities, with high-level prioritization skills
• Strong work ethic and organizational planning skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills

This position is defined as Safety Sensitive: Drug, alcohol, back, and audio tests are required prior to commencing employment.

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