Job Description
Since 1976,
General Recycling Industries (GRI) has been the benchmark of customer service within the industrial community, handling all facets of the metal recycling process quickly and efficiently. With a continued focus on environmental best practices,
GRI has evolved to combine the benefits of cutting-edge equipment and technology, with the personal care and attention that exceeds our customer's expectations. As the largest provider of recycled, mill-ready products in Alberta, performance is paramount - and our success is built by our people.
People are at the core of everything we do so we put our focus on career development, promotion, and safety as a priority. If you are looking for a career and not just a job, you’re in the right place!
GRI offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive employer paid benefits package, amazing opportunities for career progression, RRSP matching program and an outstanding work environment. T o support the on-going growth of our business, we are currently seeking a highly motivated, energetic, and safety-oriented
Class 1 Driver . Reporting to the Transportation Manager, our Drivers are responsible for safely operating truck and trailer combinations throughout the city and surrounding areas to pick up and deliver bins to customer sites.
The hours for this position are Monday to Friday from 6:30 AM until dispatch is done, approximately between 3:00 and 6:00 PM, and alternating Saturdays from 6:30 AM to 1:00 PM. There may be some overtime hours, workload dependent.
The starting hourly rate is $28.00.
Key Responsibilities - Operate and drive tractor-trailer, long-combination vehicle and straight body trucks to transport metals over long distance or urban/inter-urban routes
- Ensure cargo is secured properly in accordance with safety requirements and follow safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods
- Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection of vehicle systems, equipment and accessories such as tires, lights and turning signals and brakes
- Administer bills of lading and maintain log book
- Communicate with dispatcher, other drivers and customers using communication devices
- Apply preventative maintenance and greasing, perform minor emergency roadside repairs
- Complete other paperwork as required
- Operate and perform in conformance with company processes and procedures
Core Competencies - Exceptional verbal and written English communication skills
- Organizational and time management abilities
- Results-oriented team player with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to actively listen and use creativity to solve problems
- Ability to recognize the environmental factors and risks that enable and support safety in the workplace
- Ability to maintain professionalism always and work with limited supervision
- Basic computer knowledge and ability to complete reports as required
- Ability to multi-task and meet objectives/deliverables
- High standards for work, meticulous, with great attention to detail and strong analytical skills
- Confident, resourceful, and highly motivated
- Possess A ‘can-do’ attitude
Education and Experience - Valid Class 1 license
- Clean drivers abstract
- Minimum of 5 years of commercial driving experience
- Proven working knowledge of proper load securement
- Previous experience hauling scrap metal materials is considered a strong asset
Interested in this role or other GRI career opportunities?
Visit us online: here We thank all applicants for their interest in this position and in our company; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Long distance, Saturday, Monday to Friday,