long haul truck driver

Overview

Languages

• English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy


• Drive lighter, special purpose trucks


• 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 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brakes Endorsement


• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Transportation/travel experience

• Long-haul

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check


• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence


• Willing to travel cross-border


• Willing to travel for extended periods


• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail


• Repetitive tasks


• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Flexibility


• Judgement


• Organized


• Reliability


• Team player

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits

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