long haul truck driver

Government of Canada; Delta; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated drivers to join their team in Delta. This role involves operating trucks for transporting goods, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and relevant driving certifications. The job demands physical stamina and attention to detail, as drivers will manage heavy loads and perform vehicle inspections. Join a supportive work environment where your contributions are valued, and embark on a fulfilling career in transportation with opportunities for growth and development.

Qualifications

• High school graduation required along with specific driver certifications.
• Attention to detail and physical capability are essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks as part of a team, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Load and unload goods, performing inspections and maintenance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Hardworking

Patience

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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
• 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
• Pay and receive payments for goods
• 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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• 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)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Transportation/travel experience

• Long-haul
• National
• Provincial/territorial

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Weight handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking
• Patience