Class 1/AZ Shunt Driver

Bison Transport Inc.•Calgary, AB

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Bison drivers are paid every week, on time! This position runs Sunday to Thursday with Sunday starting at 2300 and start time for Monday to Thursday is 2130. Usual Start location: Yard 7 Calgary Hourly rate: $24.25 Reporting directly to the On-Duty Shunt Leads and indirectly to the Shunt Coordinator. Actively Shunting to facilitating trailer flow for Bison Transport customers according to posted schedule while adhering to all bison safety practices, engaging in shunt team equipment readiness processes when not fully engaged with the customer requests. Escalating issues to the Shunt Lead so they can assist in resolved in a timely manner. Other general shop/yard duties may be applied. Communicate effectively via phone, email, Teams and yard management log. Some overtime will be required when it presents itself to meet customer demand. May be asked to assist other departments when workflow slows down. May Be asked to cover at any of our current customers without notice within your ability level. Bison Transport is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We’re elevating the Professional Driver experience like never before. Our award-winning culture and unparalleled commitment to safety, teamwork and flexibility puts us in a lane of our own. And with a variety of renowned clients on the journey with us, you’ll have the stability to achieve more – mile after mile. Our wheels are always turning to keep you safe. That’s why we give our highly trained Drivers the Right To Decide if it’s safe to drive – whether facing unfavorable road conditions or fatigue. As part of North America’s safest fleet, you’ll have reliable equipment and efficient technology to help you get home to what matters most. As we continue to grow, someone’s always here to help you. We make it a priority to stay connected, share ideas and treat each other like family. It’s all part of our award-winning culture. From our Driver Advisory Board to our 24/7 Live Support, we listen and work together to drive smart solutions. As a privately-held company with one of the largest fleets in the industry, we never stop moving. We have state-of-the-art equipment, top-notch amenities and great people who’ve helped us build strong relationships with prestigious clients. And with a reputation like that, comes steady miles and the highest earning power around – so you can be confident that we’re in it for the long haul. A career with us will put you in the driver's seat – in more ways than one. Whether you're a new Driver, a Million Miler or an Owner Operator, we offer a variety of options that’ll suit your goals and lifestyle. Afterall, we know that your life isn’t all on the road. That’s why we make it easy for you to find the right balance.

Requirements

Valid Class 1/AZ License
24 months tractor trailer experience is required
Operate well in a team atmosphere
Comfortable with and willing to use personal smartphone technology for emailing, texting, and entering data
Comfortable backing in all manner of tight spaces and locations with provided equipment
Reliable, flexible and punctual
Registered with the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse

Responsibilities

Actively Shunting to facilitating trailer flow for Bison Transport customers according to posted schedule while adhering to all bison safety practices
Engaging in shunt team equipment readiness processes when not fully engaged with the customer requests
Escalating issues to the Shunt Lead so they can assist in resolved in a timely manner
Other general shop/yard duties may be applied
Communicate effectively via phone, email, Teams and yard management log
Some overtime will be required when it presents itself to meet customer demand
May be asked to assist other departments when workflow slows down
May Be asked to cover at any of our current customers without notice within your ability level