Long Haul Truck Driver

Original job posting

Drive straight or articulated trucks, often as part of a two-person team or convoy, to transport goods and materials. Load and unload cargo, inspect and maintain vehicle condition, complete required trip and cargo records, and communicate with central dispatch.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate 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 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 emergency roadside repairs 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 Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses Air Brakes Endorsement Driver's License (Class 1 or A) 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 Refrigerated Tractor-trailer Communication systems experience Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Additional information Security and safety Valid passport Driving record check (abstract) Drug test Transportation/travel information Valid driver's licence Willing to travel cross-border Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Physically demanding Sitting Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Flexibility Judgement Organized Reliability Team player Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Health care plan Vision care benefits Financial benefits Group insurance benefits

What you’ll do

Drive straight or articulated trucks, often as part of a two-person team or convoy, to transport goods and materials. Load and unload cargo, inspect and maintain vehicle condition, complete required trip and cargo records, and communicate with central dispatch.

Requirements

A secondary school graduation certificate is listed, and experience is an asset. Candidates need a Class 1 or A driver's license and an air brakes endorsement, and must be prepared for cross-border travel and meet the stated driving record, passport, and drug-testing requirements.

Benefits

• Dental Plan
• Health Care Plan
• Vision Care Benefits
• Group Insurance Benefits

Listed skills

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

Other relevant skills

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• Long-Haul Truck Driving
• Class 1 or A Driver's License
• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Refrigerated Tractor-Trailer Operation
• Vehicle Inspection
• Emergency Roadside Repairs
• Loading and Unloading
• GPS and Navigation Equipment
• Central Dispatch Communication
• Cargo Documentation
• Driver Logbook Management
• Cross-Border Transportation
• Attention to Detail
• Reliability
• Organization
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics