long haul truck driver

Milestone Transport Solutions Inc.; Regina; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A transport company in Regina is seeking a skilled driver to operate trucks for transporting goods. The role involves planning routes, loading/unloading cargo, and ensuring safety standards are met. Candidates must have a Class 1 or A driver's license and a secondary school diploma. Experience is an asset. The position is permanent with full-time hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in driving and transporting goods is an asset.
• Possession of a Driver's License (Class 1 or A) is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions.
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods.
• Inspect vehicle and perform necessary adjustments.

Skills

Route planning

Cargo handling

Vehicle inspection

Emergency roadside repairs

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS equipment

Trucks

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• Pay and receive payments for goods
• Perform brake adjustments
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

Qualifications

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: Experience an asset
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 50 hours per week