Long Haul Truck Driver

BTM Transport; Manitoba; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company is seeking a competent truck driver for a challenging role in Canada. The position requires a valid Class 1/1F/A Licence and involves loading and unloading goods, along with ensuring vehicle safety through inspections. Candidates should be prepared for constant travel, including cross-border and international trips. Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle physically demanding tasks are essential for success in this role, which offers competitive hourly pay ranging from CAD $31.30 for 40 to 60 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's licence required.
• Experience in long-haul trucking is an asset.
• Willingness to travel across borders and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods efficiently.
• Operate trucks to transport goods and materials.
• Oversee vehicle condition and conduct inspections.
• Communicate with central dispatch regarding cargo information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to handle heavy loads

Strong communication skills

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

Job description

1 Vacancy

CAD $31.30 Hourly/40 to 60 hourse per week

Overview

Languages

• English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience an asset

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

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 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

Credentials

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

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel:
  • Cross-border
  • For extended periods
  • Internationally
  • Overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting