Long Haul Truck Driver Needed in Bedford, Nova Scotia – ATLANTIC FRIEGHTLINE LIMITED Full Time

Location
334 Bluewater Road, Bedford, NS, B4B 1J6

Work location
On site

Salary
$52,000 to $78,000 annually (To be negotiated) / 40 to 60 hours per week

Terms of employment
Permanent Employment, Full time, Early morning, Evening, Morning, Night, Day, Weekend

Starts
As soon as possible

Vacancies
2 vacancies

Languages
English

Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience
2 years to less than 3 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
– Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
– 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 brake adjustments
– 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

Credentials, Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
– Air Brakes Endorsement
– Driver’s License (Class 1 or A)

Type of trucking and equipment
Tractor-trailer

Transportation/travel experience
International, Long-haul

Security and safety
Valid passport

Transportation/travel information
Valid driver’s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail, Repetitive tasks, Sitting

Weight handling
Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability
Reliability, Hardworking

How to apply
By email to [email protected]