long haul truck driver

Sitter Transport Ltd.; Surrey; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A transport company in Surrey is seeking a truck driver to operate and maintain vehicles for transporting goods. Key responsibilities include driving as part of a team, ensuring vehicle safety, and performing inspections. Candidates need a valid Class 1/1F/A Licence and an Air Brakes Endorsement. This is a permanent position requiring 50 hours of work per week.

Qualifications

• Experience in truck driving is an asset.
• Valid Air Brakes Endorsement required.
• Class 1 / 1F / A Licence needed for semi-trailer trucks.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Transport goods and materials safely.
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect equipment.

Skills

Driving as part of a team

Preventive maintenance

Cargo safety and security

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Straight or articulated trucks

Job description

• Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
• Experience: Experience an asset

Tasks

• 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 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Class 1 / 1F / A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 50 hours per week