Long haul truck driver

Kibbi; Brampton; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability benefits

Job summary

Kibbi in Canada seeks a permanent truck driver to operate as part of a two-person team, transporting dry bulk and refrigerated goods. You will load and unload, perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, tarp cargo, and relay information to central dispatch.

Willing to travel cross-border and internationally; no experience is required as training is provided after licensing. AZ class license and Air Brake Endorsement are required, with a 40–60 hour work week.

Qualifications

• Secondary school graduation certificate is required.
• No prior trucking experience is needed; on-the-job training provided.
• Willingness to travel cross-border and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy and deliver goods.
• Load and unload cargo and tarp as needed.
• Obtain special permits for international routes and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Operate and drive tractor-trailer to transport goods and materials.
• Inspect vehicle condition, tires, lights, brakes, and refrigeration.
• Perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections; supervise all vehicle aspects.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and relay information to central dispatch.
• Ensure cargo safety and security during transit.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Flexibility

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS navigation

Trip recorder

CB radio

Job description

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: No experience (will train)

WORK SETTING

• Various locations

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 brake adjustments
• 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
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

CERTIFICATES, LICENCES, MEMBERSHIPS, AND COURSES

• AZ class license
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

TYPE OF TRUCKING AND EQUIPMENT

• Dry bulk
• Refrigerated
• Tractor-trailer

COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS EXPERIENCE

• Citizens band (CB) radio
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• Trip recorder (on-board computer)

SECURITY AND SAFETY

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

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL INFORMATION

• 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
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

WEIGHT HANDLING

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

OWN TOOLS/EQUIPMENT

• Cellular phone
• Steel-toed safety boots

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

EMPLOYMENT TERMS OPTIONS

• Flexible hours

HEALTH BENEFITS

• Disability benefits