Texas Bed Truck Driver

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Ketek Logistics Inc.

Texas Bed 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.