long haul truck driver

shiva transport ltd; Regina; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company is seeking a truck driver to oversee cargo safety and perform vehicle inspections. Candidates must have a valid Class 1 or A driver's license and at least 7 months of experience. The role involves obtaining necessary permits, maintaining vehicle conditions, and ensuring cargo security. This position requires flexibility and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Air Brakes Endorsement required.
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A) mandatory.
• 7 months to less than 1 year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain special permits and other documents required for transport.
• Inspect vehicle condition and all essential equipment.
• Conduct pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections.
• Perform preventive maintenance as needed.
• Ensure safety and security of cargo during transport.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work setting

• Willing to relocate

Tasks

• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver\'s licence
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel internationally

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Experience

• 7 months to less than 1 year
• Durée de l\'emploi : Permanent
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 40 to 60 hours per week