Alberta/Southwest B.C. Class 1/AZ Driver - Monday Depart

Alberta/Southwest B.C. Class 1/AZ Driver - Monday Depart


Company
Bison Transport
Location
Calgary, AB
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
16 hours ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Location

Calgary, Alberta

Category

Company Driver

Job Type

Full time

Job Id

R7026

Bison Drivers are paid every week, on time! This position runs 5 days out with an average of 2,200 to 2,500 miles per week
• Depart Calgary on Monday and Wednesday at 1200
• Running on Highways 2 & 3; Calgary to Grand Forks, B.C. with stops in Cranbrook and Trail, B.C. and return to Calgary
• Regional work may be required on Friday
• Hours and days of work might change from time to time according to operational demands
• Freight and destinations might change depending on operational needs
• Additional work might be available upon request
• Changes will apply during road closures
• Average of 2,200 to 2,500 miles per week
• Earning a combination of miles and drops

Candidate Profile:
• Company Driver with tractor trailer experience
• Must have a valid Class 1/AZ license
• Must be able to drive HWY 2 and 3 in B.C. 12 months a year
• Must be able to lift 50 lb. or more
• Must have 6 months of B.C. Mountain experience
• CP Rail experience is preferred
• Reefer experience is preferred
• Must be able to lift 50 lb. or more
• Must be willing to haul all commodities including meat and alcohol
• Reliable, flexible, and punctual
• Strong communication skills
• Values Safety

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Bison Transport is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

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