long haul truck driver

LALLI BRO’S EXPRESS; Surrey; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional transportation company in Metro Vancouver is seeking truck drivers for a permanent position. Must be able to operate trucks and will train. The ideal candidate should have a class 1 driver's license and will be required to travel extensively. Health benefits included.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Other benefits

Qualifications

• Experience is not required; will train.
• Must be willing to travel cross-border and overnight.
• Basic security clearance and a valid driver's licence are required.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Operate and drive trucks to transport goods.
• Inspect vehicle before, during, and after trips.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Job description

Education and Experience

• Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
• Experience: Will train

Work setting

• Various locations

Tasks

• Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
• 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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Type of trucking and equipment

• Extended length tractor-trailer combination
• Tractor-trailer

Transportation / travel experience

• International
• Long-haul
• Provincial / territorial

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance
• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test
• Medical exam

Transportation / travel information

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Physically demanding

Weight handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Team player

Workplace information

• On the road job

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Other benefits

• Other benefits

Job Details

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 50 hours per week