Long haul truck driver

Kapa Logistics Ltd; Electoral Area A; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kapa Logistics Ltd in British Columbia is seeking truck drivers for on-site work with no prior experience required; training is provided. You will drive in two-person teams or convoys, load/unload goods, inspect and maintain the vehicle, and ensure cargo safety.

A valid Class 1 or A license with Air Brake endorsement is required, plus willingness to travel cross-border. This role demands reliability, organization, and teamwork to manage hours of service, cargo records, and safety checks at

Qualifications

• No degree required; training provided.
• On-site work only at physical location.
• Valid driver's license required (Class 1 or A).
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement required.

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, and other equipment.
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspections.
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption.
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

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.

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 emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects
  of vehicle
• 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
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

WEIGHT HANDLING

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

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