Long Haul Truck Driver

Job summary

Load, transport, and unload goods using straight or articulated trucks, while ensuring cargo safety and handling dangerous goods. Inspect and maintain the vehicle, complete required trip and cargo records, communicate with central dispatch, and perform payments and roadside repairs as needed.

Job details

Overview Languages English Education Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience No experience (will train) On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Green job Help - Green job – Help Green job – Help Green jobs contribute to environmental preservation, conservation, and restoration. Learn more about green jobs. This information was provided by the employer; it was not verified by Job Bank. The employer stated that this position is a green job, because it involves tasks and responsibilities contributing to positive environmental outcomes and helping Canada achieve its net-zero target. Responsibilities Tasks 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 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 Driver logbook Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip) Maintenance and repair reports Trip reports Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Handling heavy loads Large workload Physically demanding Weight handling Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

What you’ll do

Load, transport, and unload goods using straight or articulated trucks, while ensuring cargo safety and handling dangerous goods. Inspect and maintain the vehicle, complete required trip and cargo records, communicate with central dispatch, and perform payments and roadside repairs as needed.

Requirements

A secondary school graduation certificate is listed, and no prior experience is required because training will be provided. The role requires a Class 1 or A driver's licence and an Air Brake (Z) endorsement, along with the ability to handle loads up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Listed skills

• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Vehicle Inspection · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Load And Unload Goods
• Operate Straight And Articulated Trucks
• Vehicle Inspection
• Vehicle Maintenance
• Brake Adjustment
• Emergency Roadside Repairs
• Central Dispatch Communication
• Cargo Documentation
• Driver Logbook Maintenance
• Tarping And Cargo Security
• Dangerous Goods Handling
• Attention To Detail
• Heavy Load Handling

Job areas

• Transportation
• Logistics
• Trades
• Environmental & Sustainability