Long Haul Truck Driver

Work Location

On the road (Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee).

Salary

$31.50 hourly

Terms of Employment

Permanent employment and Full time

Work Schedule and Conditions

Early morning, Evening, Shift, Morning, Night, On call, Day, Weekend, Overtime required, Overtime available

Start Date

As soon as possible

Job Requirements

Language

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

Job Duties

Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials: Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy; Load and unload goods; 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; Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques; Calculate the cost of truck repairs and new parts if needed; Professionalism in customer service; 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; Receive and relay information to central dispatch; Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption.

Certificates and Licences

Air Brakes Endorsement and 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); Maintenance
and repair reports; Trip reports

Trucking and Equipment Experience

Refrigerated & Tractor-trailer

Communication Systems Experience

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

Transportation and Travel Experience

Long-haul; National; Provincial/territorial

Security and Safety Requirements

Driver's validity licence check; Driving record check (abstract); Drug test

Transportation and Travel Requirements

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 and Equipment

Cellular phone; Steel-toed safety boots; Safety vest; Personal suitability; Efficient interpersonal skills; Excellent oral communication; Flexibility; Judgement; Organized; Reliability; Team player; Hardworking; Patience

Who Can Apply

Only apply if you are:

a Canadian citizen

a permanent resident of Canada

a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Apply by email: jobs.cargorelay@gmail.com