Afternoon Shunter in Acheson, Alberta at Mustang Freightways Ltd.

Company Overview

Since 1996, Mustang Freightways Ltd has established itself as a reputable regional carrier, leading the industry with legendary service. We specialize in general freight transportation, including both LTL and truckload services across regional markets.

We are a diversified, general freight carrier offering both LTL & TL services in Alberta and British Columbia. At Mustang, our team takes pride in its service-excellence, to meet and exceed our customer expectations

Summary
Mustang Freightways is looking for a Full Time Afternoon Shunter, the successful candidate should be available to work Monday to Friday 1pm to 9:30pm.

As a Shunter you will shunt trailers in and out of bay doors for a fast-paced cross dock. Duties will include:

• Shunting trailers in and out of bay doors

• Aiding drivers in hooking up sets

• Inspecting trailers before putting them into doors & all duties coinciding with pre/post trip inspections

• Complete pre/post-trip inspections of the shunt truck

• Loading and unloading 53-foot van trailers, or flat decks

• Sorting freight to be loaded

• Operating a forklift as needed

• Manual lifting, up to 50 lbs

• Chaining up the shunt truck as required

• Other duties as assigned

We are looking for someone who has:

• Class 1 license or Class 5 with Q Endorsement required

• 2-5 years’ experience operating a sit-down counterbalance forklift

• Previous experience chaining up

• A general knowledge of the transportation industry

• Experience loading and unloading LTL trailers using a forklift

• Experience handling dangerous goods considered an asset

• Basic computer skills are required

• Strong command of the English language

• And a positive attitude

• Overtime as required

Please submit a 5 year commercial abstract with your application to be considered for the role.

Mustang offers competitive wages based on our collective agreement, and room for advancement.

Please note pre-employment testing is required for all safety sensitive positions.

Mustang Freightways Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a culture of inclusivity and accessibility by promoting and encouraging a welcoming, respectful, and diverse workforce.

Please reach out to accessibility@mustangfreight.com / careers@mustangfreight.com if you require accommodations during the application process.