Truck Driver, Long Haul

Job summary

Operate a tractor-trailer on long-haul and international routes, transporting goods and dangerous materials while maintaining cargo safety and completing required inspections and vehicle maintenance. Handle loading, unloading, payments, customer concerns, dispatch communications, and transportation records and documentation.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience 1 to less than 7 months On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Responsibilities Tasks Address customers' complaints or concerns Professionalism in customer service 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 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 Pay and receive payments for goods 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 Air Brake (Z) 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 Tractor-trailer 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 internationally 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) Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Hardworking Patience Benefits Other benefits Free parking available

What you’ll do

Operate a tractor-trailer on long-haul and international routes, transporting goods and dangerous materials while maintaining cargo safety and completing required inspections and vehicle maintenance. Handle loading, unloading, payments, customer concerns, dispatch communications, and transportation records and documentation.

Requirements

Requires a secondary school graduation certificate, 1 to less than 7 months of experience, a Class 1 or A driver's licence, and an Air Brake (Z) endorsement. Candidates must be willing to travel across borders, internationally, overnight, and for extended periods, and be able to handle physically demanding work and loads up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Benefits

• Free Parking

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Reliability · Preferred
• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Vehicle Inspection · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Long-Haul Driving
• Tractor-Trailer Operation
• Cargo Loading and Unloading
• Vehicle Inspection
• Preventive Maintenance
• Emergency Roadside Repairs
• Brake Adjustments
• Dangerous Goods Handling
• Cross-Border Transportation
• Cargo Documentation
• Customer Service
• Dispatch Communication
• Cargo Safety and Security
• Teamwork
• Reliability

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Trades
• Customer Service & Support
• Security & Safety