long haul truck driver

Gpex Transport Inc.; Saint Andrews; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gpex Transport Inc. is seeking a dedicated truck driver to join their team in Saint Andrews. The ideal candidate will possess a Class 1 licence and have strong skills in freight handling and vehicle inspections. Responsibilities include driving and maintaining vehicles, as well as ensuring the safety of cargo during transport. A competitive salary, mileage pay, and a dynamic work environment are offered.

Benefits

Mileage paid

Qualifications

• Air Brakes Endorsement required.
• Class 1/1F/A Licence for semi-trailer trucks required.
• Experience in operating and maintaining trucks is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods and materials.
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks.
• Inspect the vehicle and perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Vehicle inspection

Cargo safety and security

Roadside repairs

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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

• 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
• 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)
  
  

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trip reports
  
  

Additional information

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
  
  

Benefits

Financial benefits

• Mileage paid