long haul truck driver

R R Plett Trucking; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trucking company in Metro Vancouver is seeking a skilled truck driver to operate and maintain vehicles for transporting goods. The role requires mountain driving expertise and attention to detail, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and be reliable team players. Benefits include health care and dental plans, mileage reimbursement, and on-site amenities.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Mileage paid

On-site amenities

Qualifications

• Experience an asset.
• Must have mountain driving expertise.
• Attention to detail and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials.
• Perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections.
• Transport and handle dangerous goods.

Skills

Mountain driving expertise

Attention to detail

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Organized

Reliable

Team player

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma required

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma required

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

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

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Mountain driving expertise
• 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 inspections and oversee all aspects of the vehicle
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance traveled, and fuel consumption
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

Additional Information

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Attention to detail

Personal Suitability

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Organized
• Reliable
• Team player

Benefits

Health Benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Financial Benefits

• Mileage paid

Other Benefits

• On-site amenities