truck driver, long haul

Job Description

• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 50 to 60 hours per week
• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience : Experience an asset
• or equivalent experience

Work setting

Various locations

Tasks

Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy

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 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

Accident or incident reports

Bill of lading

Driver logbook

Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Type of trucking and equipment

Refrigerated

Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation / travel experience

Long-haul

Security and safety

Valid passport

Driver's validity licence check

Driving record check (abstract)

Drug test

Medical exam

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

Repetitive tasks

Sitting

Weight handling

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Requirements :

Work Permit