long haul truck driver

HAKEEM TRUCKING LTD; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trucking company in Canada is seeking dedicated Truck Drivers to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for transporting goods across various locations, ensuring vehicle safety, and managing load security. Candidates must possess a Class 1 driver's license and be willing to travel locally and nationally. If you're seeking a rewarding career with opportunities for growth, apply today!

Benefits

Disability benefits

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 or A Driver's License required.
• Willing to travel cross-border and for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods and transport them to various locations.
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.

Skills

Flexibility

Organization

Handling heavy loads

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS

Job description

• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience : Will train

Work setting

• Various locations

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 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Dangerous goods occurrence reports
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Dry bulk
• Refrigerated
• Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
• Tractor-trailer
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation / travel experience

• Local
• National
• Regional

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test
• Medical exam

Transportation / travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Organized
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?
• Disability benefits

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