Long Distance Truck Driver Jobs in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
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Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, Canada
Long distance truck driver
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About the role
Durée de l'emploi: Permanent Langue de travail: Anglais ou Français Heures de travail: 50 hours per week Education: Expérience:
Education
Other trades certificate or diploma or equivalent experience
Tasks
Address customers' complaints or concerns Professionalism in customer service Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations Load and unload goods Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment 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
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks) Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
Documentation knowledge
Accident or incident reports Dangerous goods occurrence reports Driver logbook Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip) Trans-border documentation Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
Flatbed Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles) Tractor-trailer
Communication systems experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Trip recorder (on-board computer)
Transportation/travel experience
International Local Long-haul National Provincial/territorial
Security and safety
Valid passport Criminal record check Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Drug test Medical exam
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 Sitting
Weight handling
Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
Steel-toed safety boots
Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player
Experience
7 months to less than 1 year
Employment terms options
Evening Shift Flexible hours Night Day Weekend Overtime required Overtime available
Health benefits
Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan
Financial benefits
Group insurance benefits Life insurance