long haul truck driver

Tras BC Freight Ltd.; New Westminster; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A local freight transportation company in British Columbia seeks a driver to operate heavy trucks for transporting goods. The role requires a Class 1 or A driver's license, and experience is an asset. Applicants need efficient communication skills and the ability to handle physically demanding tasks. This position involves long-haul travel and requires strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience driving heavy trucks is an asset.
• Willingness to travel for extended periods and overnight.
• Ability to perform emergency roadside repairs.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods.
• Inspect vehicle condition and perform preventive maintenance.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Air Brakes Endorsement

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Job description

Work Term : Permanent

Work Language : English

Hours : 40 to 60 hours per week

Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience : Experience an asset

Work setting

• Remote location
• Various locations

Tasks

• 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
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Dangerous goods occurrence reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)

Transportation / travel experience

• Long-haul
• National
• Regional

Transportation / travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Organized
• Team player