long haul truck driver

F & S LOGISTICS LIMITED; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Truck Driver to join their team in Saskatoon. The role involves planning routes, driving trucks, and ensuring the safety and security of cargo. Candidates must hold an AZ class license and a Class 1 or A driver's license. The company offers training for those willing to learn, making it an excellent opportunity for both experienced drivers and newcomers to the field.

Benefits

Other benefits

Qualifications

• AZ class license required.
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A) needed.
• Will train candidates with no experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan or adjust routes to minimize fuel consumption.
• Drive as part of a team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods.

Skills

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Hardworking

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Load and unload goods
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
• 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
• Perform preventive maintenance
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AZ class license
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

• Bill of lading
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trip reports

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Personal suitability

• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking

Experience

• Will train

Other benefits

• Other benefits

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