Long Haul Truck Driver

Autism Services; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Autism Services is seeking a professional truck driver for long-haul routes in Canada. The role requires operating two-person teams, handling load and unload tasks, and ensuring cargo safety and security. You will comply with hours of service documentation and vehicle inspections.

Applicants should hold an AZ class license with Air Brakes and Class 1/A endorsements. On-road work with safety-first practices is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Must hold AZ class license and valid endorsements.
• Ability to operate long-haul routes and two-person convoy.
• Proven reliability and problem-solving skills.
• Must pass safety and security checks.

Responsibilities

• Plan routes to minimize fuel consumption.
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods.
• Operate straight or articulated trucks.
• Maintain vehicle condition and perform basic repairs.
• Record cargo information and hours of service.
• Tarp and secure cargo.

Skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Education

AZ class license

Air Brakes Endorsement

Class 1/1F/A Licence

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Tools

GPS navigation

Job description

$60,000.00 to $75,000.00 annually (to be negotiated)

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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
• Mountain driving expertise
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
• 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 coursesﾠ

• AZ class license
• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

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

Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking
• Patience

Screening questions

• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

• To be determined

Workplace information

• On the road job