long haul truck driver

Rocket Trucking Inc.; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trucking company is seeking drivers for permanent positions in Abbotsford, BC. Responsibilities include operating trucks, performing inspections, and coaching colleagues. Candidates should possess a Class 1 Licence and demonstrate reliability and teamwork. Relocation costs are covered. This role requires flexibility for travel, including international routes and extended periods.

Benefits

Relocation costs covered by employer

Qualifications

• Air Brakes Endorsement is required.
• Must have a Class 1 / 1F / A Licence for semi-trailer trucks.
• Valid driver's license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials.
• Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques.
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Reliability

Organized

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Cellular phone

Job description

Basic Information

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 to 50 hours per week
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: Will train

Work setting

• Relocation costs covered by employer

Tasks

• Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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 brake adjustments
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Class 1 / 1F / A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

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

Type of trucking and equipment

• Refrigerated
• Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

• Citizens band (CB) radio
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation / travel experience

• International
• Long-haul
• National
• Provincial / territorial
• Regional

Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

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

• Attention to detail
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player