dump truck driver

Transload Freightways LTD.; Surrey; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled truck driver to join their dynamic team in Surrey. This role involves transporting goods across various locations while ensuring safety and efficiency. You will be responsible for planning routes using advanced GPS technology, loading and unloading cargo, and performing thorough vehicle inspections. If you have a Class 1/1F/A Licence and a passion for driving, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in the logistics sector. Join a company that values your expertise and dedication to excellence in transportation.

Qualifications

• Must have a Class 1/1F/A Licence to operate semi-trailer trucks.
• 7 months to less than 1 year of relevant driving experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and adjust routes using GPS to minimize fuel consumption.
• Load and unload goods while ensuring safety and security.
• Perform vehicle inspections and maintain log books.

Skills

Route Planning

Load and Unload Goods

Vehicle Inspection

Communication Skills

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS Equipment

Computer Equipment

Job description

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year

Work setting

• Various locations

Tasks

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
• 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
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• 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
• Maintain log books that detail all repairs and checks performed

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

Transload Freightways LTD. in Surrey, BC