Long Haul Truck Driver

Job summary

Drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods locally, nationally, and internationally, including as part of a team or convoy. Load and unload cargo, secure and handle dangerous goods, inspect and maintain vehicles, complete required records, and communicate with central dispatch.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience No experience (will train) On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work setting Relocation costs covered by employer Responsibilities Tasks 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 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 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 Trans-border documentation Trip reports Type of trucking and equipment Flatbed Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles) Tractor-trailer Transportation/travel experience International Long-haul National Additional information Security and safety Valid passport 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 Physically demanding Sitting Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Own tools/equipment Cellular phone Steel-toed safety boots Personal suitability Excellent oral communication Excellent written communication Flexibility Organized Team player Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Health care plan

What you’ll do

Drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods locally, nationally, and internationally, including as part of a team or convoy. Load and unload cargo, secure and handle dangerous goods, inspect and maintain vehicles, complete required records, and communicate with central dispatch.

Requirements

A secondary school graduation certificate and a Class 1 or A driver's licence with an Air Brakes Endorsement are listed; no prior experience is required, and training will be provided. Candidates must be able to drive manual transmission vehicles, travel for extended periods and across borders, and meet the stated safety, physical, and communication requirements.

Benefits

• Dental Plan
• Health Care Plan

Listed skills

• as part of a team · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• English · Preferred
• maintenance · Preferred
• materials · Preferred
• Organized · Preferred
• Team player · Preferred
• Training · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Long-Haul Driving
• Operating Straight and Articulated Trucks
• Flatbed Trucking
• Tractor-Trailer Operation
• Loading and Unloading Cargo
• Dangerous Goods Handling
• Vehicle Inspections
• Brake Adjustments
• Emergency Roadside Repairs
• Cargo Tarping and Security
• Dispatch Communication
• Driver Logbook and Trip Reporting
• Cross-Border Transportation
• Manual Transmission Driving
• Team Driving
• Excellent Communication

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Trades

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