long haul truck driver

F R C TRANSPORT LTD; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company in Ottawa is seeking a full-time truck driver to operate and drive straight or articulated trucks. Responsibilities include loading and unloading goods, performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections, and ensuring safety and security of cargo. Candidates must possess a valid Class 1 or A driver's license, with travel required across borders and internationally. Ideal for applicants looking to join a medium-sized business with relocation costs covered. Competitive hourly wage offered.

Benefits

Relocation costs covered by employer

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Willingness to travel for extended periods and internationally.
• Ability to handle heavy loads up to 23 kg (50 lbs).

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods.
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspections.
• Record cargo information and hours of service.
• Transport and handle dangerous goods.

Skills

Driving record check (abstract)

Team player

Flexibility

Organized

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Tools

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Posted onDecember 16, 2025 by a licensed third-party for Employer details F R C TRANSPORT LTD

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Job details

• Work location On the road
• Salary 36.60 hourly / 50 to 60 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, To be determined, Overtime available
• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Will train

On the road

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

Work setting

• Relocation costs covered by employer

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 brake adjustments
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• 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
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Dangerous goods occurrence reports
• 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)
• Tractor-trailer

Transportation/travel experience

• International
• National

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation/travel information

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Organized
• Team player

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• 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.

Advertised until

2026-01-06

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