Location
Fort McMurray, AB | Canada
Job description
Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with trailing twelve month total revenues of nearly $3.3 billion as of December 31, 2023. Herc Rentals’ parent company, known as Herc Holdings Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1, 2016, under the symbol “HRI.” Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 400 locations and has approximately 7,200 employees in North America.
Short Description
This position is 7 on and 7 off. Camp and flight are provided out of Edmonton or Calgary only.
The purpose of the Tractor Trailer Driver position is to transport, deliver and retrieve assorted construction and heavy equipment and to support the needs of the branch in a professional, safe and timely manner.
Responsibilities
- Transport, deliver and retrieve assorted construction and heavy equipment
- Operate commercial or non-commercial vehicles in a safe, efficient and professional manner
- Promote professionalism and excellent customer service attitude
- Perform vehicle inspections before and after pickups and deliveries
- Ensure all delivery documents are properly maintained during the workday and are available for inspection upon request by management and/or state traffic safety officers
- Apply knowledge of driving and/or commercial driving skills in maneuvering at various speeds in difficult locations, heavy traffic, inclement weather, mountainous terrain or tight loading dock areas
- Secure construction equipment and other equipment by means of chaining, strapping, and blocking under the strict accordance and established procedures of the DOT policies
- Maintain open communication with Branch Manager and/or central dispatch for delivery schedules
- Observe safety rules and regulations at customer job sites, facilities and other Herc Rentals related facilities
- Provide training assistance for customers by answering general questions regarding the safe operations of vehicles, tools, or machinery when asked by customer
- Report to the branch manager or central dispatcher of any damage to Herc Rentals property that is uncovered by the driver during the process of picking up the equipment from the customer
- Report any and all accidents involving the driver or equipment to Branch Manager or Central Dispatch
- Promptly report any delays due to breakdowns, weather, traffic conditions, or any other problems relating to timely pickups or delivery of equipment
- Maintain flexibility in daily routine in order to respond to Management’s responses to the customer demands
- Ensure proper paperwork & logs are maintained accurately on a daily basis
Conditions of Employment
- Must have minimum 2 years’ experience hauling aerial lift equipment.
- Ability to load and offload heavy equipment 10-30 times per day.
- Class 1 license with clean driving record
- Ability to use mobile applications.
- Ability to work 6:00am-6:00pm
- Rotation is 7 days on, 7 days off.
- Camp is provided along with Flights out of Edmonton or Calgary only.
- All employment is contingent on successful completion of drug and alcohol screening.
- According to site regulations, all candidates must be clean shaven.
Compensation Data
- $38.69/hr. This is a union role and rate is firm.
- While driving on site, you will get a $4.80/hr premium.
- Working hours are 11.5 hours per day, straight time.
Req #: 58948
Our long-term strategy underscores the understanding that our success depends on the dedication and capability of our team members. We are focused on attracting, retaining and empowering talented and dedicated people to build the best team in the equipment rental industry. We also seek to build a team that reflects the variety of people, cultures and communities we interact with every day and to create an inclusive, productive environment in which all team members feel valued and respected.
Herc Rentals provides an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes a competitive salary, retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive medical, dental, vision care, life insurance coverage, paid vacation and holidays.
Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role.
Herc Rentals is an equal opportunity employer
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Salary
$38.69 per hour
