long haul truck driver

• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 35 to 40 hours per week
• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience : Will train

Work setting

• Willing to relocate
• Relocation costs covered by employer

Tasks

• Load and unload goods
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Perform brake adjustments
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Class 1 / 1F / A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Dangerous goods occurrence reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel internationally
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?

Other benefits

• Free parking available
9 days ago