long haul truck driver

TWIN-POL EXPRESS INC; Surrey; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated truck driver to join their team. This role involves operating straight or articulated trucks to transport goods safely across borders. The ideal candidate will possess a valid Class 1 driver's license and an Air Brake endorsement, along with a commitment to professionalism in customer service. Responsibilities include vehicle inspections, cargo management, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. If you are ready to take on the road and contribute to a dynamic team, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class 1/1F/A Licence and Air Brake (Z) Endorsement.
• Experience in driving trucks and handling cargo is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate trucks to transport goods, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Perform vehicle inspections and preventive maintenance regularly.
• Manage documentation and communicate with central dispatch.

Skills

Customer Service

Vehicle Operation

Safety Compliance

Navigation Skills

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS (Global Positioning System)

Trip Recorder

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year

Tasks

• Professionalism in customer service
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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

Certificates, Licences, Memberships, and Courses

• 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
• Dangerous goods occurrence reports
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Security and Safety

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

Transportation/Travel Information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight