class 1 truck driver

Systèmes Danfreight Inc; Lanaudière; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability benefits

Health care plan

Group insurance benefits

RRSP

Free parking

Job summary

Systèmes Danfreight Inc. in Lanaudière, QC, seeks an experienced long-haul driver to join a two-person team for cross-border shipments. You will operate refrigerated tractor-trailers, manage trans-border documentation, and communicate with central dispatch to ensure on-time deliveries.

The role requires an AZ license, Class 1/A, and a valid air brake endorsement, with on-site work at the physical location. Candidates with documentation knowledge and a strong safety record are preferred.

Qualifications

• No degree required.
• Experience is an asset.
• On-site work at physical location; no remote option.
• AZ class license, Class 1/A license, and Air Brake endorsement required.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Operate refrigerated tractor-trailers to transport goods.
• Inspect vehicle, tires, lights, brakes, and cold storage equipment.
• Perform pre-trip, en-route and post-trip inspections; relay information to dispatch.
• Maintain accurate driver logs and trip reports.

Skills

Trans-border docs

Long-haul driving

Safety awareness

Team coordination

Tools

GPS navigation

On-board computer

Job description

• Trans-border documentation
• Long-haul

Overview

Languages

English or French

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

Experience an asset

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
• 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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AZ class license
• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trans-border documentation
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Refrigerated
• 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

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 for extended periods
• Willing to travel internationally
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Weight handling

Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player

Benefits

Health benefits

• Disability benefits
• Health care plan

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)

Other Benefits

• Free parking available
• Travel insurance
• Variable or compressed work week
• Wellness program

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for persons with disabilities

• Applies accessible and inclusive recruitment policies that accommodate persons with disabilities

Support for youths

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth

Support for Veterans

• Recruits Veterans and other candidates with military experience through targeted hiring initiatives (for example: job fairs, outreach programs etc.)
• Supports Veterans in translating their military skills and experience into the language of the civilian job market

Support for mature workers

• Offers phased retirement options that allow mature workers to gradually reduce their workload (for example: flexible or reduced work hours, part time employment, project-based or seasonal work, etc.)

Supports for visible minorities

• Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)