long haul truck driverLaidlaw Carriers Van GP Inc • Beechville, NS, CA

long haul truck driver

Laidlaw Carriers Van GP Inc • Beechville, NS, CA

30+ days ago

Job type

Permanent

Job description

Durée de l'emploi: Permanent
Langue de travail: Anglais
Heures de travail: 40 to 50 hours per week
Education:
Expérience:

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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
Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
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 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
Transport and handle dangerous goods

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

AZ class license
Air Brakes Endorsement
Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

Accident or incident reports
Bill of lading
Dangerous goods occurrence reports
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Trans-border documentation
Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

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

Security and safety

Valid passport
Criminal record check
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

Attention to detail
Repetitive tasks
Sitting

Weight handling

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

Cellular phone
Steel-toed safety boots
Gloves

Personal suitability

Efficient interpersonal skills
Flexibility
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Hardworking
Patience

Screening questions

Are you authorized to work in Canada?
Are you willing to relocate for this position?
Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

Evening

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Employment terms options

Night
Day
Weekend

Health benefits

Dental plan
Disability benefits
Health care plan
Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

Group insurance benefits
Life insurance
Mileage paid

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