long haul truck driver

Government of Canada; Mission; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Mission, British Columbia is seeking a truck driver responsible for transporting goods and performing vehicle maintenance. Ideal candidates will have a Class 1 or A driver's license and be capable of driving in mountainous conditions. This position requires physical capability and a valid driver's license. Ongoing training will be provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A) is mandatory.
• Experience with tractor-trailer required.
• Candidates must pass a criminal record check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Plan routes to minimize fuel consumption.
• Drive trucks to transport goods.
• Perform vehicle inspections and maintenance.
• Record cargo information and fuel consumption.

Skills

Mountain driving expertise

Route planning with GPS

Cargo securing

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS equipment

Truck

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Will train

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Dusty

Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities 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
• Mountain driving expertise
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• 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

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization Type of trucking and equipment

• Tractor-trailer

Additional information Security and safety

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

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Own tools/equipment

• Cellular phone