Long Haul Truck Driver

Job summary

Drive straight or articulated tractor-trailer trucks to transport goods and materials on long-haul routes, including cross-border and international trips. Inspect and maintain vehicle readiness, handle cargo and dangerous goods, communicate with dispatch and customers, and complete required driving, cargo, and inspection records.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education No degree, certificate or diploma Experience 2 years to less than 3 years On the road Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee. Work setting Various locations Responsibilities Tasks Address customers' complaints or concerns Professionalism in customer service Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy Load and unload goods Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials 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 Transport and handle dangerous goods Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Air Brake (Z) 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 Trans-border documentation Trip reports Type of trucking and equipment Tractor-trailer Communication systems experience Citizens band (CB) radio Trip recorder (on-board computer) Transportation/travel experience International Long-haul National Provincial/territorial Additional information Security and safety Criminal record check Driving record check (abstract) Drug test 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 Large workload Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting Weight handling Up to 45 kg (100 lbs) Own tools/equipment Hard hat Steel-toed safety boots Safety vest Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Hardworking Patience Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Health care plan Vision care benefits Financial benefits Bonus Group insurance benefits Life insurance Mileage paid Pension plan Piece work Other Benefits Free parking available

What you’ll do

Drive straight or articulated tractor-trailer trucks to transport goods and materials on long-haul routes, including cross-border and international trips. Inspect and maintain vehicle readiness, handle cargo and dangerous goods, communicate with dispatch and customers, and complete required driving, cargo, and inspection records.

Requirements

Requires 2 to less than 3 years of experience and a Class 1 or A driver's licence with an Air Brake (Z) endorsement; no degree, certificate, or diploma is required. Candidates must be willing to travel overnight, internationally, cross-border, and for extended periods, and must meet driving-record, criminal-record, and drug-test checks.

Benefits

• Dental Plan
• Health Care Plan
• Vision Care Benefits
• Bonus
• Group Insurance Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Mileage Paid
• Pension Plan
• Piece Work
• Free Parking

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Reliability · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Long-Haul Truck Driving
• Tractor-Trailer Operation
• Dangerous Goods Handling
• Pre-Trip and Post-Trip Inspections
• Brake Adjustments
• Cargo Loading and Unloading
• Customer Service
• Central Dispatch Communication
• Driving Teamwork
• Trip and Driver Log Documentation
• Cross-Border Transportation
• Vehicle Maintenance Reporting
• Attention to Detail
• Oral and Written Communication
• Reliability
• Time and Distance Recording

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Security & Safety
• Customer Service & Support

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