Driver, long haul

Overview
Languages

English or French

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

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
Tasks

Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy

Load and unload goods

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

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

Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

Driver's License (Class 1 or

A)

Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge

Accident or incident reports

Bill of lading

Driver logbook

Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Maintenance and repair reports

Trans-border documentation

Trip reports

Communication systems experience

Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience

International

Additional information
Security and safety

Valid passport

Criminal record check

Driver's validity licence check

Driving record check (abstract)

Drug test

Transportation/travel information

Valid driver's licence

Willing to travel cross-border

Willing to travel internationally

Willing to travel overnight

Own tools/equipment

Cellular phone

Tools

Personal suitability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Organized

Reliability

Team player