long haul truck driver

SST TRUCKING; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company in Canada seeks a Truck Driver to operate various types of trucks, ensure the safe transportation of goods, and maintain equipment. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and a Class 1 driver's license. This role involves frequent travel and requires physical endurance. Ideal for candidates looking to contribute to environmental sustainability through transportation.

Qualifications

• 1 to less than 7 months of driving experience.
• Valid driver's license (Class 1 or A).
• Air Brake (Z) endorsement required.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods.
• Obtain special permits for transport.
• Perform vehicle inspections pre-trip, en route, and post-trip.
• Transport and handle dangerous goods.

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS

Flatbed truck

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
  
  

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

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Work setting

• Various locations
  
  

Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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
• Transport and handle dangerous goods
  
  

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Experience and specialization

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
• Trip reports
  
  

Type of trucking and equipment

• Flatbed
• Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
  
  

Communication systems experience

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

Transportation/travel experience

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

Additional information

Security and safety

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

Transportation/travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• 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

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
  
  

Own tools/equipment

• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Tools
  
  

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player