long haul truck driver

Satnaam Carrier Co.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Ottawa is hiring truck drivers for permanent positions. The role involves operating trucks for long-haul routes, handling cargo, and performing vehicle inspections. Candidates must have an AZ class license and a commitment to customer service. Willingness to train on the job is preferred. The work schedule ranges from 35 to 60 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Clean AZ class driver's license required.
• Willingness to train and learn on the job.
• Must be reliable and physically capable.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods.
• Load and unload goods as needed.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Professionalism in customer service

Ability to drive as part of a two-person team or convoy

Ability to perform emergency roadside repairs

Capability to handle heavy loads

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

AZ class license

Job description

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work setting

• Relocation costs covered by employer

Tasks

• Professionalism in customer service
• 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 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AZ class license

Transportation / travel experience

• Long-haul
• National

Security and safety

• Driver\'s validity licence check

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver\'s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding

Personal suitability

• Reliability

Experience

• Will train

Durée de l\'emploi : Permanent

Langue de travail : Anglais

Heures de travail : 35 to 60 hours per week