long haul truck driver

Mainstream Transport Ltd.; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company in Fraser Valley is seeking a Truck Driver. Responsibilities include driving in a team, loading/unloading goods, and ensuring cargo safety. Training is provided. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and effective interpersonal skills. This role offers permanent employment and extensive hours, ideally suited for a dedicated team player.

Qualifications

• Will train.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods.
• Obtain special permits and documents for international routes.
• Operate and drive trucks to transport goods.
• Inspect vehicle condition and equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance.
• Relay information to central dispatch.
• Record cargo information and service hours.
• Ensure safety and security of cargo.
• Handle dangerous goods.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience : Will train

Tasks

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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
• 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
• 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
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 40 to 60 hours per week