long haul truck driver

Government of Canada; Rural Municipality of St. Andrews; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian government agency is seeking a truck operator to transport goods in Manitoba. The position requires operating straight or articulated trucks, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. A Class 1/1F/A Licence and an Air Brakes Endorsement are required, along with secondary school graduation. Candidates should be able to handle up to 50 lbs and have a good understanding of GPS equipment. The role involves working on site with no remote options.

Benefits

Mileage paid

Qualifications

• Experience an asset.
• Class 1/1F/A Licence required to operate semi-trailer trucks.
• Air Brakes Endorsement is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Plan or adjust routes using navigation devices.
• Load and unload goods.
• Operate and drive trucks to transport materials.
• Inspect vehicle condition regularly.
• Perform emergency roadside repairs.
• Record cargo information and service hours.

Skills

Experience

Knowledge of GPS equipment

Ability to operate trucks

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Computer equipment

Global positioning systems (GPS)

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities Tasks

• 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
• 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

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

Additional information Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Benefits Financial benefits

• Mileage paid