long haul truck driver

Ten Four Trucking Ltd; Surrey; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading trucking company in Canada is seeking drivers for permanent positions. Candidates must hold an AZ class license and be able to drive long hours in teams. Responsibilities include route planning and vehicle inspection, with a focus on minimizing fuel consumption. The role supports newcomers and Indigenous populations, encouraging diverse recruitment.

Qualifications

• AZ class license required.
• Class 1 / 1F / A Licence for semi-trailer trucks.
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement needed.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks to transport goods and materials.
• Plan routes considering conditions to minimize emissions.
• Inspect vehicle condition and perform maintenance.

Skills

Route planning

Communication with dispatchers

Team driving

Cargo management

Education

Secondary school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS systems

Two-way radios

Job description

Education and Experience

• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience : Will train

Tasks

• 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
• 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
• Pay and receive payments for goods
• Perform brake adjustments
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Communicate with passengers, dispatchers or other drivers using two-way radio systems

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AZ class license
• Class 1 / 1F / A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports newcomers and / or refugees
• Supports social and labour market integration of newcomers and / or refugees (for example : facilitating access to community resources, language training, skills training, etc.)
• Supports newcomers and / or refugees with foreign credential recognition

Support for youths

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment

Support for Indigenous people

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people

Job Details

• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 60 hours per week