Long Haul Truck Driver

Job summary

Drive long-haul routes as part of a two-person team or convoy, transporting cargo and handling dangerous goods while ensuring cargo safety. Inspect and maintain the vehicle, complete required transport documents and operating records, communicate with central dispatch, and perform roadside repairs when needed.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience No experience (will train) On the road Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee. Responsibilities Tasks Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy 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 brake adjustments Perform emergency roadside repairs Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle Perform preventive maintenance 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 Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks) Air Brake (Z) Endorsement Experience and specialization Transportation/travel experience Long-haul Additional information Security and safety Criminal record check Driving record check (abstract) Medical exam Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Handling heavy loads Large workload Physically demanding Repetitive tasks Sitting Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Hardworking Patience

What you’ll do

Drive long-haul routes as part of a two-person team or convoy, transporting cargo and handling dangerous goods while ensuring cargo safety. Inspect and maintain the vehicle, complete required transport documents and operating records, communicate with central dispatch, and perform roadside repairs when needed.

Requirements

A secondary school graduation certificate, a Class 1/1F/A licence, and an Air Brake (Z) endorsement are specified. No prior experience is required because training is provided; long-haul transportation experience is identified as relevant, and applicants must undergo criminal record, driving record, and medical checks.

Listed skills

• Reliability · Preferred
• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Vehicle Inspection · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Long-Haul Driving
• Semi-Trailer Truck Operation
• Air Brake Operation
• Cargo Loading and Unloading
• Dangerous Goods Handling
• Vehicle Inspection
• Preventive Maintenance
• Brake Adjustment
• Emergency Roadside Repairs
• Cargo Tarping and Security
• Route Permits and Documentation
• Hours-of-Service Recordkeeping
• Dispatch Communication
• Team Driving
• Attention to Detail
• Reliability

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Trades
• Security & Safety