long haul truck driver

Pacific Blue Specialties Inc.; Delta; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional transportation company located in Delta is seeking experienced truck drivers to operate and transport goods. Candidates must have a Class 1 driver's license and relevant experience. The position requires physical stamina and attention to detail with compensation for 40 to 60 hours of work per week. Certification in Air Brakes is also necessary to fulfill role responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years of experience in trucking.
• Valid Class 1 / 1F / A Licence required.
• Air Brakes Endorsement needed.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods.
• Operate and drive trucks to transport goods.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Hardworking

Patience

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

GPS (Global Positioning System)

Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Cellular phone

Steel-toed safety boots

Safety vest

Job description

Basic Information

• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 40 to 60 hours per week
• Education : No degree, certificate or diploma
• Experience : 2 years to less than 3 years

Tasks

• 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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Class 1 / 1F / A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

Type of trucking and equipment

• Refrigerated
• Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

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

Transportation / travel experience

• International
• Long-haul
• National

Security and safety

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

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Physically demanding
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Cellular phone
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety vest

Personal suitability

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

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes