long haul truck driver

HAP Transportation Group Ltd; Delta; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

HAP Transportation Group Ltd is seeking a Truck Driver to operate as part of a two-person team within our Delta, BC operations. The role involves driving straight or articulated trucks, loading and unloading goods, and ensuring vehicle safety through regular inspections.

The position requires a valid Class 1 or A license and Air Brake endorsement. Training is provided for those new to the field, with opportunities to travel cross-border as needed and work at multiple locations.

Qualifications

• No formal education required; training provided.
• Willing to train for required endorsements.
• Must hold valid driver\'s license (Class 1 or A) and Air Brake (Z) Endorsement.
• Ability to work in a two-person team and handle heavy loads.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Reliable

Organized

Safety-conscious

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Air Brake Endorsement

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

No experience (will train)

On site

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

Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Type of trucking and equipment

• Tractor-trailer

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player