Long Haul Truck Driver

Job summary

Drive long-haul routes as part of a two-person team or convoy, transport and handle goods including dangerous goods, and load, unload, tarp, and secure cargo. Inspect and maintain the vehicle, perform brake adjustments and emergency roadside repairs, and communicate with dispatch while completing required trip and incident documentation.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 2 years to less than 3 years On the road Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee. Responsibilities Tasks Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy Load and unload goods 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 Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo Transport and handle dangerous goods Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Air Brakes Endorsement Driver's License (Class 1 or A) Experience and specialization 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 Additional information Security and safety Criminal record check Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Drug test Transportation/travel information Willing to travel cross-border Willing to travel for extended periods Willing to travel internationally Willing to travel overnight Own tools/equipment Cellular phone Steel-toed safety boots Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Vision care benefits Financial benefits Mileage paid Employment groups This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups: Support for newcomers and refugees Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.) Support for youths Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth Support for Indigenous people Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers Supports for visible minorities Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)

What you’ll do

Drive long-haul routes as part of a two-person team or convoy, transport and handle goods including dangerous goods, and load, unload, tarp, and secure cargo. Inspect and maintain the vehicle, perform brake adjustments and emergency roadside repairs, and communicate with dispatch while completing required trip and incident documentation.

Requirements

Requires a secondary school graduation certificate, 2 to less than 3 years of experience, a Class 1 or A driver's licence, and an air brakes endorsement. Candidates must be prepared for frequent and extended travel, including overnight, cross-border, and international trips, and must meet the stated security and driving checks.

Benefits

• Dental Plan
• Disability Benefits
• Health Care Plan
• Vision Care Benefits
• Mileage Paid

Listed skills

• Vehicle Inspection · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Long-Haul Truck Driving
• Team Driving
• Loading And Unloading Goods
• Vehicle Inspection
• Tire, Light, And Brake Inspection
• Brake Adjustments
• Emergency Roadside Repairs
• Dispatch Communication
• Cargo Tarping And Security
• Dangerous Goods Handling
• Accident And Incident Reporting
• Bill Of Lading Documentation
• Driver Logbook Maintenance
• Pre-Trip, En-Route, And Post-Trip Inspections
• Maintenance And Repair Reporting
• Cross-Border And International Travel

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Security & Safety

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