long haul truck driver

Government of Canada; Surrey; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks dedicated truck drivers to join their team. This role involves planning routes, operating trucks, and ensuring the safety of cargo. As part of a two-person team, you will be responsible for minimizing fuel consumption while maintaining high safety standards. The position offers the opportunity to work in various locations, ensuring a dynamic work environment. If you are flexible, patient, and a team player, this is the perfect opportunity for you to contribute to an essential service while enjoying the rewards of a fulfilling driving career.

Qualifications

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A) required.
• Experience in long-haul trucking is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan routes using GPS to minimize fuel consumption.
• Drive trucks and oversee vehicle conditions.
• Load and unload goods safely.

Skills

Flexibility

Team player

Patience

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

GPS equipment

Computer equipment

Tractor-trailer

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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
• 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

Credentials

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

• Type of trucking and equipment: Tractor-trailer

Transportation/travel experience

• Long-haul

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Team player
• Patience