long haul truck driver

Daewoo Transport Ltd; Surrey; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Daewoo Transport Ltd. is seeking a transportation driver to join a two-person convoy, operating straight or articulated trucks to transport goods. You will load and unload cargo, monitor vehicle condition, and communicate with central dispatch while maintaining accurate trip records.

The role involves extensive travel with cross-border considerations, possible overnight trips, and a requirement to meet safety standards. Training is provided for candidates with no prior experience.

Qualifications

• High school graduation required; training provided on the job.
• Willing to work across shifts including early morning, day, evening, night and weekends.
• Able to perform physically demanding tasks and work with a two-person convoy.

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 vehicle condition and inspect tires, lights, brakes, and equipment.
• Perform emergency roadside repairs.
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch.
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance traveled and fuel consumption.
• Tarp cargo and ensure safety and security of goods.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary school graduation certificate

Job description

Job details

• Location Surrey , BC V3Z 1G9
• Salary 38.40 hourly / 40 to 60 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• Overtime required, Early morning, Morning, Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Overtime available
• Starts as soon as possible
• Source Job Bank #3709371

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

No experience (will train)

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

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
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• 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)

Transportation/travel information

• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel internationally
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2026-11-21

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