long haul truck driver

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
• Pay and receive payments for goods
• 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
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Type of trucking and equipment

• Dry bulk
• Refrigerated
• Tractor-trailer

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record 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

• Physically demanding

Weight handling

• More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Team player

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening
• Morning
• Night

Employment terms options

• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime available

Other benefits

• Other benefits
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 50 hours per week