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Class 1 Truck Driver

  • Prince Albert, SK
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 9, 2026
  • 1 position

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education
High school
Apply by
Oct 14, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Entry level

Job summary

Plan and adjust routes using GPS and other navigation tools, transport goods by tractor-trailer, and load, unload, tarp, and secure cargo. Inspect the vehicle and equipment, communicate with dispatch and customers, and maintain cargo, trip, inspection, and service records.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 2 years to less than 3 years On the road Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee. Work setting Various locations Responsibilities Tasks 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 Professionalism in customer service Load and unload goods Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle 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 Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Air Brakes Endorsement Driver's License (Class 1 or A) Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge Bill of lading Driver logbook Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip) Maintenance and repair reports Trip reports Type of trucking and equipment Tractor-trailer Communication systems experience Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Transportation/travel experience Local Short-haul Additional information Security and safety Bondable Criminal record check Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Drug test Medical exam Transportation/travel information Drive manual transmission vehicle Valid driver's licence Willing to travel for extended periods Willing to travel overnight Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting Weight handling Up to 45 kg (100 lbs) Personal suitability Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Hardworking Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Paramedical services coverage Vision care benefits Financial benefits Bonus Group insurance benefits Life insurance Mileage paid Night shift premium Pension plan Long term benefits Long-term care insurance Other Benefits Free parking available Learning/training paid by employer Other benefits Parking available Travel insurance Wellness program Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for persons with disabilities Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for persons with disabilities Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for persons with disabilities Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities Support for newcomers and refugees Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and/or refugees Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.) Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.) Recruits newcomers and/or refugees who were displaced by a conflict or a natural disaster (for example: Ukraine, Afghanistan, etc.) Supports newcomers and/or refugees with foreign credential recognition Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and/or refugees with experienced employees Provides diversity and cross-cultural trainings to create a welcoming work environment for newcomers and/or refugees Support for youths Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth Support for mature workers Applies hiring policies that discourage age discrimination Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for mature workers Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example: flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.) Offers phased re-entry options for mature workers who are returning to work after retiring (for example: gradually increasing hours and responsibilities) Provides workspace accommodations, such as age-appropriate ergonomic considerations, to meet the physical needs of mature workers (for example: adjustable desks and chairs, accessible parking, etc.) Supports for visible minorities Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports members of visible minorities Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.) Offers mentorship programs that pair members of visible minorities with experienced employees Provides diversity and cross-cultural training to create a welcoming work environment for members of visible minorities

What you’ll do

Plan and adjust routes using GPS and other navigation tools, transport goods by tractor-trailer, and load, unload, tarp, and secure cargo. Inspect the vehicle and equipment, communicate with dispatch and customers, and maintain cargo, trip, inspection, and service records.

Requirements

Requires a secondary school graduation certificate, 2 to less than 3 years of experience, a Class 1 or A driver's licence, and an air brakes endorsement. Candidates must be able to drive a manual transmission vehicle, travel locally and overnight for extended periods, and meet the stated safety and driving checks.

Benefits

  • Dental Plan
  • Disability Benefits
  • Health Care Plan
  • Paramedical Services Coverage
  • Vision Care Benefits
  • Bonus
  • Group Insurance Benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Mileage Paid
  • Night Shift Premium
  • Pension Plan
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Free Parking
  • Employer-Paid Learning And Training
  • Travel Insurance
  • Wellness Program

Listed skills

  • Route Planning · Preferred
  • Customer service · Preferred
  • Vehicle Inspection · Preferred
  • Attention to detail · Preferred
  • Reliability · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Route Planning
  • GPS Navigation
  • Customer Service
  • Loading And Unloading Cargo
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Vehicle Maintenance Oversight
  • Dispatch Communication
  • Cargo Documentation
  • Hours-Of-Service Recordkeeping
  • Cargo Tarping And Security
  • Tractor-Trailer Operation
  • Manual Transmission Driving
  • Air Brakes
  • Attention To Detail
  • Judgment
  • Reliability

Job areas

  • Transportation
  • Logistics

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