Short Haul Driver

About Us

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our customers. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

With an expansive infrastructure network spanning Western Canada and North Dakota, we deliver essential solutions where they are needed most. Our partnerships focus on safely recovering oil and metals, disposing of liquid and solid waste, recycling materials such as metals, water, and oil, and reclaiming contaminated land to reduce environmental footprints.

SECURE is committed to innovation, helping our customers lower costs, reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and exceed their business, safety, and environmental goals. We go beyond expectations - mitigating risks, reducing financial obligations, and maximizing value for our clients.

Join SECURE and be part of a team that steps up to make a meaningful difference in the industries we serve and the world we share.

Your Opportunity at SECURE

As our Short Haul Driver, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and timely transportation of metal materials between collection sites, recycling facilities, and client locations.  This role is essential in maintaining the smooth flow of operations within the recycling division and ensuring high standards of service and customer satisfaction.

This role is based out of Edmonton AB. 

The Team

Join a dedicated transportation team that is essential to the success of our metals recycling operations. Our drivers work closely with dispatch, yard teams, and customers to safely and efficiently move metal products between facilities and customer locations. We take pride in our strong safety culture, teamwork, and commitment to delivering reliable service every day.

Work Environment

This is a Monday to Friday 6:30am to 3:30pm shift with rotating Saturdays as required.

A Day in The Life

• Adhere to all local, provincial, and federal traffic laws and regulations to ensure safe driving practices at all times
• Skillfully handle and maneuver different types of vehicles and equipment, ensuring their safe operation during loading, transit, and unloading activities
• Follow all safety protocols and guidelines established by SECURE and customer sites to maintain a safe working environment and prevent accidents
• Accurately position and secure waste bins in designated areas, ensuring they are recorded and tracked correctly using the provided tracking system
• Conduct thorough inspections of all transported materials to verify they match the accompanying documentation and comply with safety and regulatory standards
• Be prepared to maintain a regular weekday schedule while also being available for additional hours as needed to meet operational demands
• Maintain clear and regular communication with the dispatch team to optimize routes, meet customer requirements, and enhance overall operational efficiency
• Support various operational tasks at the recycling facility as required, including helping with equipment maintenance, organizing materials, and ensuring the overall smooth running of facility processes

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 or 3 driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Minimum of 5 years driving experience in the transportation industry.  
• Solid knowledge base with respect to Hours of Service, Load Securement, and Driving Regulations.
• Experience operating various types of transportation equipment, such as flatbeds, tankers, and heavy-duty trucks.
• Lowbed and Self-loader experience would be considered a strong asset..
• Ability to perform basic vehicle maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Strong communication skills for effective interaction with clients, dispatchers, and team members.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills to plan routes and meet delivery schedules.
• Physical fitness to handle loading and unloading tasks and to perform vehicle inspections.
• Familiarity with electronic logging devices (ELDs) and GPS navigation systems.
• Knowledge of waste management and recycling industry practices is a plus.

What's in it for you

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth and improvement; for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team, driven by the needs of our customers, and we care about making a meaningful contribution. We strive to attract, retain, and motivate employees by offering a competitive compensation package that recognizes employee contributions and performance.

In addition to rewarding job opportunities, we offer:

• Competitive industry wages and compensation programs which include:
  • Employer-paid benefits: health, dental & more
  • Health Care Spending Account
  • Employee Wellness Programs
  • Employee Savings Plan
• Career progression
• A competitive employee referral program
• Industry-leading safety standards
• Community investment initiatives (Our Stories)

We believe our team’s strength comes from our diversity.

Every SECURE employee has the right to feel safe and welcome. We pride ourselves on being a respectful workplace where all employees have equal access to opportunity and support.

We are a trusted partner. We extend those same efforts outside of the organization through our respectful engagement with our diverse base of stakeholders in the communities in which we operate.

Applicants are not assessed on the grounds of race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical handicap. Our operations span across Canada and the United States, and we actively seek out a wide range of applicants for both field operations and office roles.