Driver, heavy truck

JobsMedia.io; Saint-Jérôme; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

JobsMedia.io in Canada seeks a professional truck driver for long-haul cross-border transport. The role is bilingual and involves driving a tractor-trailer, performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections, and complying with TDG and safety requirements.

Expect 50–70 hours per week; travel may be international and cross-border. Valid CDL/Class 1, AZ with Air Brake, and TDG certification are required; passport and background checks may apply.

Qualifications

• Valid commercial driver’s license (Class 1/A) required.
• AZ license with Air Brake endorsement.
• TDG certification required.
• Willing to travel cross-border and internationally.
• Criminal record and health checks may be required.
• Ability to operate GPS and on-board trip recorder.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials.
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle.

Skills

GPS navigation

Vehicle operation

Cross-border travel

Safety compliance

Education

AZ class license

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

Education

• Durée de l'emploi: Permanent
• Langue de travail: Bilingue
• Heures de travail: 50 to 70 hours per week

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Tasks

• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AZ class license
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certificate

Documentation knowledge

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

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

Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test
• Medical exam

Transportation/travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• 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

• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Experience

• Experience an asset

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance