Class 1 Driver (Temporary)

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Class 1 Driver in Nisku, Alberta is responsible for loading, transporting, and unloading materials in a safe and efficient manner.

This is a temporary position up to March 2025.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Loading and unloading Oilfield Multi Wheel Truck & Trailer combinations with a Gross Vehicle Weight in excess of 40,000 kgs. Primary cargo is oilfield tubular products and misc. oilfield equipment.
• Transporting cargo over highway and off-road routes. Responsible to be familiar with and able to drive off-road in conditions that may include: rough roads, inclement weather, steep inclines and/or declines and other potential hazards.
• Conduct a pre- and post-trip inspection of the vehicle and complete relevant section of the Driver’s Daily Log to record inspection
• Perform daily vehicle inspection and record in Driver’s Daily Log
• Responsible for monitoring vehicles and equipment, and to advise Supervisor when scheduled service is required
• Receive assignment from Dispatch and continue to check in on a regular basis
• Responsible to be available to work irregular shifts on an on-call basis. This is a 24-hour operation and Drivers are required to respond to call-ins within 2 hours.
• Responsible to use load securing devices and tire chains
• Be familiar with the provisions of all legislation and regulations affecting the operation of commercial vehicles and equipment
• Responsible to follow all applicable company and corporate policies, guiding principles, procedures and programs; including but not limited to the process map, support processes, health, safety and environmental requirements
• Participate in training programs as required by the company
• All other duties as assigned

Qualification Requirements:

• Partial high school education with the ability to read, write and speak a minimum amount of English to perform job duties.
• At least 1-year prior experience operating Oilfield Multi Wheel Truck & Trailer combinations, with off-road experience
• Valid Alberta Class One License complete with air brake endorsement and no more than 6 demerits.

Technical Requirements:

• Satisfactory completion of the Company’s orientation Training
• Satisfactory completion of the Company’s Driver’s Road Test Evaluation
• Satisfactory completion of H2S, First Aid, PST, Working Alone, and PIC Examination
• General Oilfield Driver Improvement Course (GODI)
• National Safety Code Fundamentals Course
• WHMIS and TDG (Company specific training provided)

HSE Requirements:

• Work is performed in vehicle, yard, and offsite environments. Possibility to be exposed to Hydrogen Sulphide and changes of temperature/humidity
• Physical requirements: squatting, bending, kneeling, lifting up to 32 kilograms, reaching, twisting, crawling, ladder work, climbing, walking on rough ground, working near moving equipment and working alone.
• Required to at all times wear proper protective clothing and equipment and perform duties in a safe manner.

Preferred method of application and to view all opportunities visit: 

https://www.nov.com/Careers

NOV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination or Harassment of Any Kind: NOV is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunities for everyone and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. NOV values inclusion and diversity; we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. 

With over 40 different locations in Canada, and 30, 000 people worldwide, NOV is proud to offer their employees competitive pay and excellent benefits, including a Flexible Spending Account, employer paid premiums, and employer contributions to our employee’s RRSP. We are also proud to provide on the job training, with potential for advancement within our organization, and an Educational Assistance Program. 

NOV thanks all interested applicants, however only those selected for interview will be contacted.