Truck Driver, Long Haul

Job summary

Operate a straight or articulated truck to transport goods and materials, including dangerous goods, over long distances. Load and unload cargo, inspect and maintain the vehicle, communicate with central dispatch, document trips and cargo, and address customer concerns professionally.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education No degree, certificate or diploma Experience Experience an asset 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 Load and unload goods Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials 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 Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks) 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 Drive manual transmission vehicle 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

What you’ll do

Operate a straight or articulated truck to transport goods and materials, including dangerous goods, over long distances. Load and unload cargo, inspect and maintain the vehicle, communicate with central dispatch, document trips and cargo, and address customer concerns professionally.

Requirements

A Class 1/1F/A licence and Air Brake (Z) endorsement are listed, along with a valid driver's licence and the ability to drive a manual transmission vehicle. Experience is an asset; the role also requires willingness to travel extensively, including overnight and cross-border trips, and the ability to handle heavy loads.

Benefits

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

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Long-Haul Truck Driving
• Tractor-Trailer Operation
• Class 1/A Driver's Licence
• Air Brake Endorsement
• Dangerous Goods Handling
• Vehicle Inspections
• Cargo Loading and Unloading
• Customer Service
• Central Dispatch Communication
• Driver Logbook Documentation
• Bill of Lading Documentation
• Accident and Incident Reporting
• Manual Transmission Driving
• Cross-Border Travel
• CB Radio
• Trip Recorder Operation

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Security & Safety

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