Long Haul Truck Driver (NOC 73300/ 7511)

 

Languages: English Vacancies: 2 positions Wages: $27.80 hourly / 50 hour per week Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate Experience: Will train Work setting: Willing to relocate Responsibilities Tasks: Mountain driving expertise Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy Load and unload goods 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 emergency roadside repairs Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle Perform preventive maintenance Receive and relay information to central dispatch Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo Transport and handle dangerous goods Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses AZ class license Air Brakes Endorsement Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks) Air Brake (Z) Endorsement Driver's License (Class 1 or A) Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge: Accident or incident reports Bill of lading Dangerous goods occurrence reports 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 Refrigerated Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles) Tractor-trailer Communication systems experience Citizens band (CB) radio Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment Transportation/travel experience International Long-haul National Provincial/territorial Additional information Security and safety Valid passport 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 overnight Work conditions and physical capabilities Attention to detail Handling heavy loads Sitting Weight handling Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs) Up to 23 kg (50 lbs) Own tools/equipment Cellular phone Hard hat Steel-toed safety boots Personal suitability Efficient interpersonal skills Excellent oral communication Judgement Organized Reliability Team player