long haul truck driver

Daytona Freight Systems Inc.; Bolton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated truck drivers to join their team. This role involves operating trucks to transport goods, ensuring safety and compliance through thorough vehicle inspections, and providing excellent customer service. The position is full-time and requires a valid AZ class license and a Class 1 or A driver's license. Ideal candidates will be reliable team players who are willing to travel and handle heavy loads. Join a company that values professionalism and offers a stable work environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Must have AZ class license and a valid driver's license.
• Experience is an asset but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks to transport goods and materials safely.
• Perform inspections and maintain vehicle condition.
• Load and unload goods as part of a two-person team.

Skills

Professionalism in customer service

Flexibility

Judgment

Reliability

Team player

Education

AZ class license

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Tools

GPS (Global Positioning System)

Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Job description

Posted on November 08, 2024 by Employer details DAYTONA FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC

Job details

• Salary: $34.10 to $36.00 hourly (To be negotiated) / 40 to 60 hours per week
• Terms of employment: Permanent employment, Full time
• Starts as soon as possible
• Source: Job Bank #3144116

Overview

Experience an asset. Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Professionalism in customer service
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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 brake adjustments
• Perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections and oversee all aspects of the 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

• AZ class license
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Dry bulk
• Tractor-trailer
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation/travel experience

• International
• National

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity license check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test
• Medical exam

Transportation/travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgment
• Reliability
• Team player

Who can apply to this job?

The employer accepts applications from:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
• Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.

Advertised until

2025-02-06