Long Haul Truck Driver

Original job posting

Drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods, including as part of a two-person team or convoy, and load or unload cargo. Inspect and maintain vehicle condition, secure cargo, communicate with dispatch, and record cargo, service hours, distance, and fuel use.

Job details

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

What you’ll do

Drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods, including as part of a two-person team or convoy, and load or unload cargo. Inspect and maintain vehicle condition, secure cargo, communicate with dispatch, and record cargo, service hours, distance, and fuel use.

Requirements

No degree, certificate, or diploma is required, and experience is an asset. A Class 1 or A driver's license and an air brakes endorsement are required; the role also involves long-haul travel and may require cross-border, overnight, and extended trips.

Benefits

• Group Insurance Benefits

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Organization · Preferred
• Reliability · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Vehicle Inspection · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Long-Haul Driving
• Class 1 or A Driver's License
• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Operating Straight and Articulated Trucks
• Vehicle Inspection
• Brake Adjustment
• Loading and Unloading Cargo
• Cargo Tarping and Security
• Dispatch Communication
• Hours-of-Service Recordkeeping
• Cross-Border Travel
• Attention to Detail
• Judgment
• Organization
• Reliability
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics