Job Summary
We are seeking a reliable and experienced Long Haul Driver to operate commercial vehicles over long distances. This role involves transporting freight safely and efficiently across various locations, ensuring timely deliveries while maintaining compliance with all safety regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong driving skills, experience with heavy equipment operation, and a commitment to safety and customer service.
Languages: English
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience:1 year to less than 2 years
On site: Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Responsibilities and 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
• Professionalism in customer service
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Load and unload goods
• 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
• Pay and receive payments for goods
• 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
• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
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
• Trip reports
Type of trucking and equipment
• Flatbed
Communication systems experience
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
Transportation/travel experience
• Long-haul
Additional information
Security and safety
• Valid passport
• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)
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
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting
Weight handling
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
Own tools/equipment
• Cellular phone
• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety vest
Personal suitability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Hardworking
• Patience
Benefits
• Free parking available
• Team building opportunities
Applicants can apply directly by email at [email protected]
NOtE: Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee
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