Oil Transport Driver jobs in Alberta

WHY JOIN US?!

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

Ketek Group Inc:

From its 10 locations in Western and Northern Canada, Ketek is able to provide services and rental equipment to clients throughout the region's oil and gas, mining, construction, and municipal sectors.

Class 3 Driver

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

Essential Responsibilities:

• Safe and reliable operation of a roll off /tilt deck truck
• Pick-up and delivery of Ketek equipment to/from Head Office and Branch Operations to/from client sites located in throughout Alberta
• Represent Ketek in a light that is commensurate with the values of Management and the Corporate Vision and Mission Statements
• Vehicle recovery of both Ketek and third-party vehicles in and around the RMWB including various oil sands sites.

Working Conditions:

• Shift - 7 on 7 off or 14 on 7 off available
• 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 odors, fumes and gases, 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

Required Education and Experience:

• Must submit Driver's License and Latest Drivers Abstract prior to the interview
• Must have CDL with appropriate endorsements;
• Must have 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 a Tow 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 operate 10/13/18 speed transmissions (preferred)
• 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;
• Basic computer knowledge (required); and
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills.

List of Activities:

• Operates a Tow truck to safely and efficiently transport a variety of materials/equipment and vehicles;
• 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, brake adjustments, 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;
• Be considerate of the needs of our community and the environment; and
• Perform other related duties as required.

Experience:

• Knuckle Boom: 1 year (preferred)
• Towing: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 3 Licence (required)