truck driver, long haul
The driver is responsible for transporting goods via straight or articulated trucks, including planning routes to minimize emissions and managing cargo security. Duties include performing vehicle inspections, preventive maintenance, and maintaining accurate logs of hours and fuel consumption.
- On-site
- Brampton, ON
- Posted May 12, 2026
- Apply by Sep 1, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 7 months to less than 1 year On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Responsibilities Tasks Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions Professionalism in customer service Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations 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 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 AZ class license Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge Accident or incident reports Bill of lading Driver logbook Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip) Maintenance and repair reports Trans-border documentation Trip reports Type of trucking and equipment Logging, highway Tractor-trailer Communication systems experience Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Transportation/travel experience International Long-haul Provincial/territorial Additional information Security and safety Valid passport Basic security clearance Criminal record check Driver's validity licence check Driving record check (abstract) Drug test Transportation/travel information Drive manual transmission vehicle Willing to travel cross-border 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 23 kg (50 lbs) Own tools/equipment Cellular phone Steel-toed safety boots Safety vest Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Benefits Other benefits Free parking available Learning/training paid by employer Other benefits Parking available
What you’ll do
The driver is responsible for transporting goods via straight or articulated trucks, including planning routes to minimize emissions and managing cargo security. Duties include performing vehicle inspections, preventive maintenance, and maintaining accurate logs of hours and fuel consumption.
Requirements
Candidates must possess an AZ class license, a TDG certificate, and a valid passport for cross-border travel. A high school diploma and 7 to 12 months of experience are required, along with the ability to handle heavy loads.
Benefits
• Free parking • Paid learning and training
Listed skills
- Customer servicePreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Long-haul trucking
- Route planning
- GPS navigation
- Vehicle inspection
- Preventive maintenance
- Cargo securing
- Dangerous goods handling
- Manual transmission driving
- Cross-border transportation
- Customer service
- Logbook management
- Brake adjustments
Job areas
- Transportation
- Logistics
- Trades
Additional details
- Minimum education
- High school
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Sep 1, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level
