Long haul truck driver

Overview

Languages

English

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

No experience (will train)

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Tasks

• 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
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Driver's License (Class 1 or
  
  A)

Documentation knowledge

• Bill of lading
• Driver logbook
• Trip reports

• Tractor-trailer

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

• Long-haul

Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

• Reliability
• Team player

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits