Specialism: TRANSPORTATION

Long-Haul Truck Driver

English

No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

On the road

 Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Work setting

·         Willing to relocate

Responsibilities

Tasks

·         Address customers’ complaints or concerns

·         Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations

·         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 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

Credentials

Certificates, licenses, memberships, and courses 

·         Air Brakes Endorsement

·         Class 1/1F/A License (semi trailer trucks)

·         Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

·         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

Type of trucking and equipment

·         Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

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

·         Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation/travel experience

·         International

·         Long-haul

·         Provincial/territorial

Additional information

Security and safety

·         Valid passport

·         Criminal record check

·         Driver’s validity license check

·         Driving record check (abstract)

·         Drug test

Transportation/travel information

·         Valid driver’s license

·         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

·         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

·         Gloves

Personal suitability

·         Flexibility

·         Judgement

·         Organized

·         Reliability

·         Team player

Benefits

Other benefits

·         Learning/training paid by employer

 

  • Fredericton, NB
  • Workplace information On the road
  • Salary55,000 to 65,000 annually (To be negotiated) / 40 to 55 hours per week
  • Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
  • Day, Early Morning, Evening, Morning, Night, Shift
  • Starts as soon as possible
  • 2 vacancies

 

Long Haul Truck Driver – Roots Goods Carrier Ltd copy

Roots Goods Carrier Ltd  

Job title: Long Haul Truck Driver

Location: Abbotsford, BC

Wage: $29.00/hour for 50-60 hours per week

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Start Date of Employment (Approx.): As soon as possible

Position Available: 20  

Job Description: Roots Goods Carrier Ltd is looking for Long Haul Truck Drivers to drive across US & Canada responsible for delivering raw materials and finished goods throughout the country in a safe and timely manner.  

Job Duties:

  • Operate and drive company truck to locations across Canada and the US, transporting goods and materials
  • Perform pre-trip inspections of the truck, vehicle systems and equipment, brakes, tires, and lights
  • Use GPS or maps to chart out the best route which is time and fuel efficient
  • Oversee the condition of vehicle equipment, loading and unloading of goods and ensuring the safe delivery of cargo
  • Ensure that all documentation and permits are in order when driving US routes
  • Ensure the accurate recording of cargo information, distance logs, fuel consumption and expenses into logbooks
  • Ensure that any damaged products are reported and documented properly
  • Able to coordinate with Dispatchers and other logistics professionals efficiently while planning and driving their routes
  • May be required to drive as a part of a two-person team
  • Loading and unloading of loads
  • If necessary, perform emergency roadside repairs

  Job Requirements:

  • Completion of secondary school is required
  • Must have Class 1 Driver License from BC or equivalent from another province with air brake endorsement
  • Must be able to communicate in basic English
  • No work experience required, on the job training will be provided. Any prior experience in commercial driving is an asset
  • Must pass drug and alcohol test and have clean driving record
  • Willing to submit to background/Drug checks

How to Apply: If Eligible, please apply to this post with your resume through email: rootsgoodscarrier1@gmail.com