long haul truck driver

Supersonic Transport Ltd; Surrey; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated truck drivers to join their team. This role involves operating trucks to transport goods across various locations, ensuring the safety and security of cargo, and performing essential vehicle inspections and maintenance. Ideal candidates will possess a valid Class 1 or A driver's license, along with an Air Brake endorsement, and will be willing to travel for extended periods. Join a supportive company that values your skills and offers relocation costs covered by the employer, making this an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their driving careers.

Benefits

Relocation costs covered by employer

Travel expenses paid by employer

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and Air Brake endorsement required.
• Basic vehicle maintenance and safety inspection knowledge essential.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks to transport goods and perform inspections.
• Load/unload goods and ensure safety of cargo.
• Maintain vehicle condition and perform preventive maintenance.

Skills

Driving Skills

Basic Vehicle Maintenance

Communication Skills

Education

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Tools

GPS Navigation

CB Radio

Trip Recorder

Job description

Experience: Will train

Work setting

• Various locations
• Relocation costs covered by employer

Tasks

• 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
• Pay and receive payments for goods
• 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 courses

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

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports
• Citizens band (CB) radio
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation / travel information

• Travel expenses paid by employer
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel for extended periods

Work conditions and physical capabilities