long haul truck driver

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

Job summary

A transport company in Metro Vancouver is seeking a driver to operate trucks and manage cargo. No experience is required as training is provided. Candidates must hold a valid Class 1 or A driver's license, and will travel cross-border. The role involves physical tasks like loading and unloading goods, ensuring the safety of cargo, and performing vehicle checks.

Qualifications

• No degree, certificate or diploma required.
• Must be willing to travel cross-border.
• Experience is not required; will train.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods.
• Operate and drive trucks to transport goods.
• Oversee vehicle condition and perform inspections.
• Ensure safety and security of cargo.

Skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Tools

Air Brakes Endorsement

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Job description

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

• Will train

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 brake adjustments
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Type of trucking and equipment

• Refrigerated

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross‑border

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and / or refugees (for example : housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)

Support for youths

• Offers on‑the‑job training tailored to youth

Support for mature workers

• Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers

Work Term

• Permanent

Work Language

• English

Hours

• 40 to 60 hours per week