long haul truck driver

Trans 99 logistics; Guelph; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in logistics is seeking dedicated drivers to join their team. This role involves operating trucks to transport goods while ensuring safety and efficiency. You will plan routes using advanced navigation tools, load and unload cargo, and perform vehicle inspections. The ideal candidate is reliable, organized, and a team player who can handle the physical demands of the job. If you are hardworking and ready to contribute to a dynamic logistics environment, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• AZ class license is required for driving.
• Experience is considered an asset but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Plan routes using GPS to minimize fuel consumption.
• Operate trucks and oversee vehicle condition.

Skills

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Hardworking

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Global Positioning Systems (GPS)

Computer equipment

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• AZ class license

Tasks

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
• 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

Security and Safety

• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Ability to lift up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal Suitability

• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking

Experience

• Experience an asset