long haul truck driver

• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 30 to 60 hours per week
• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience : 7 months to less than 1 year
• or equivalent experience

Tasks

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
• Address customers' complaints or concerns
• Mountain driving expertise
• Professionalism in customer service
• Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Load and unload goods
• 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
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Class 1 / 1F / A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

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

• Dry bulk
• Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation / travel experience

• International
• Long-haul
• Provincial / territorial

Specialization or experience

Green economy sector

Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Drug test

Transportation / travel information

• Own transportation
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border

Work conditions and physical capabilities

Sitting

Weight handling

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Cellular phone
• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety vest
• Gloves

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Team player
• Hardworking
• Patience

Screening questions

• Are you available for the advertised start date?
• Are you currently a student?
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

Green job

Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Health benefits

• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Bonus
• Commission

Long term benefits

Long-term care insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning / training paid by employer
• On-site amenities
• On-site recreation and activities
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Travel insurance
5 days ago