long haul truck driver

HAKEEM TRUCKING LTD; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A trucking company in Canada seeks a dedicated driver to transport goods and operate various types of trucks. The role requires attention to detail, a valid Class 1 or A driver's license, and the ability to handle heavy loads. Candidates should possess a secondary education and be willing to travel extensively. Health benefits and training are available.

Benefits

Health benefits

Disability benefits

Qualifications

• Willing to travel cross-border.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A) required.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods.
• Operate and drive trucks to transport goods.
• Perform inspections on vehicle.

Skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Organized

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS (Global Positioning System)

Cellular phone

Job description

Work Term : Permanent

Work Language : English

Hours : 40 to 50 hours per week

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

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

Documentation knowledge

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

Type of trucking and equipment

• Dry bulk
• Flatbed
• Refrigerated
• Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
• Tractor-trailer
• Tractor-trailer B train

Communication systems experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation / travel experience

• Local
• Long-haul
• National
• Provincial / territorial
• Regional
• Short-haul

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

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Weight handling

• More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Organized

Screening questions

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

Health benefits

• Disability benefits