long haul truck driver

Salary: CA$36.65

Work Term: Permanent
Work Language: English
Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience: Will train
Work setting
Various locations
Tasks
Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
Load and unload goods
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
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
Driver’s License (Class 1 or A)
Documentation knowledge
Accident or incident reports
Bill of lading
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
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
National
Security and safety
Valid passport
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 for extended periods
Willing to travel internationally
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Large workload
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks
Personal suitability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Flexibility
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Government programs
Recognized employer