Long haul truck driver

G R Trucking; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

G R Trucking in Canada is seeking a truck driver to operate straight or articulated trucks, load and unload goods, and oversee vehicle condition. You will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, relay information to dispatch, and ensure cargo security. Training is provided for applicants with no experience.

Willingness to travel cross-border and overnight is required. The role offers a permanent on-the-road position with English as the working language and about 50 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Secondary school graduation certificate is required.
• No experience is required; on-the-job training will be provided.
• Willingness to travel cross-border and overnight may be required.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods.
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials.
• Oversee vehicle condition and inspect tires, lights, brakes, and other equipment.
• Perform emergency roadside repairs and pre-trip/post-trip inspections.
• 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.

Education

Secondary school graduation certificate

Job description

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: No experience (will train)

Work setting

• Various locations

Tasks

• 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 emergency roadside repairs
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Large workload
• Physically demanding
• Sitting

Employment terms options

• To be determined

Workplace information

• On the road job
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 50 hours per week