long haul truck driver

SUPERSONIC TRANSPORT LTD; Surrey; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SUPERSONIC TRANSPORT LTD in Surrey, Canada, is seeking drivers for long-haul routes with frequent or constant travel. The role requires air brakes endorsements, a Class 1 or A license, and no formal degree. Training will be provided.

Responsibilities include driving in two-person teams or convoys, loading/unloading goods, performing pre/post-trip inspections, and overseeing vehicle safety and maintenance. Travel across various locations is expected.

Qualifications

• No degree, certificate or diploma required.
• Air Brakes Endorsement and Air Brake (Z) Endorsement are required.
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A) required.
• Willing to travel for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Job description

• Air Brakes Endorsement

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

No experience (will train)

On the road

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

Work setting

• Various locations
• Relocation costs covered by employer

Responsibilities

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

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brakes Endorsement


• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement


• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports


• Driver logbook


• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)


• Maintenance and repair reports


• Trip reports

Communication systems experience

• Citizens band (CB) radio


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


• Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation/travel experience

• Long-haul

Additional information

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

• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills


• Flexibility


• Reliability