Long Haul Truck Driver

CONTRANS Flatbed Group Inc.; Hagersville; On-site; CAD 30,686 - 43,704; Full time

Job summary

A renowned trucking company in Ontario seeks truck drivers to join their team. The role involves addressing customer complaints, driving as part of a team, and ensuring safety by performing vehicle inspections. The company values integrity and reliability while offering competitive wages of $27.00 hourly with the possibility of up to 60 hours of work per week. Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada. The job includes working at various locations, including on the road, with responsibilities ranging from loading goods to maintaining vehicle condition.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service is an asset.
• Must possess a valid passport.
• Criminal record check and medical exam required.

Responsibilities

• Address customers’ complaints or concerns.
• Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques.
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods.
• Operate and drive trucks to transport goods and materials.

Skills

Customer service professionalism

Team driving

Vehicle inspection

Preventive maintenance

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

Employer Information

Employer: Contrans Flatbed Group
Location: 80 3rd Line, Hagersville, ON, N0A 1H0
Work location: On the road (various locations)
Salary: $27.00 hourly / 40 to 60 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent, Full-time
Schedule: Early morning, Evening, Shift, Morning, Night, Day, Weekend, Overtime required
Start date: As soon as possible
Vacancies: 20

Overview

Languages: English
Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
Experience: Experience an asset
Work setting: Remote location, Various locations
Relocation costs covered by employer

Responsibilities

• Address customers’ complaints or concerns
• Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
• Provide professionalism in customer service
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Load and unload goods
• Operate and drive trucks to transport goods and materials
• Inspect vehicle condition (tires, lights, brakes, etc.)
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspections
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Communicate with dispatch
• Record cargo info, hours, distance, and fuel

Documentation Knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Dangerous goods occurrence reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection reports
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trans-border documentation
• Trip reports

Type of Trucking and Equipment

• Extended length tractor-trailer
• Flatbed
• Tractor-trailer B train

Additional Information

• Security and safety: Valid passport, Criminal record check, Drug test, Medical exam
• Transportation: Manual transmission, cross-border and international travel
• Physical requirements: Heavy loads, repetitive tasks, sitting, up to 23 kg

How to Apply

Who can apply for this job?

• a Canadian citizen
• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

About CONTRANS Flatbed Group Inc.

Contrans Flatbed has developed a steadfast reputation in the trucking industry based on our trademark way of doing things – with courage, integrity, reliability, and customer-focused practices. As a premier North American flatbed carrier company equipped with a highly experienced team of professionals, we're committed to delivering on our promises by providing you with the kind of honest, quality-driven service you expect and deserve. We're able to transport legal weights and heavy loads across North America. With terminals across Ontario and Quebec, you can always count on us to offer you peace of mind when it comes to the safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation of your cargo.

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