driver, long haul

Transport Fortuna; Laval; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional transport company in Laval, Canada, seeks a Truck Driver to join their team. The role requires driving as part of a two-person convoy, loading and unloading goods, and ensuring vehicle safety through inspections and maintenance. Candidates must have a valid Class 1 or A driver's license and be willing to travel internationally. The company values reliability and team collaboration, and candidates must pass a criminal record check and drug test.

Qualifications

• 1 year to less than 2 years of driving experience required.
• Valid driver's license (Class 1 or A) is mandatory.
• Must pass a criminal record check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods.
• Inspect the vehicle and perform emergency roadside repairs.
• Maintain accurate records of cargo and travel.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Cellular phone

Tools

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

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

• 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

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

• 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)T 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