long haul truck driver

Lalli Bros Express Ltd.; Surrey; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Truck Driver to manage travel and logistics, operate vehicles, and ensure safety inspections. The ideal candidate will have a Class 1 or A driver's license and Air Brake endorsement. This role involves long-haul travel and requires physical stamina. Benefits include a health care plan and dental coverage.

Benefits

Dental plan

Health care plan

Qualifications

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement required.
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A) required.
• Physically demanding work.

Responsibilities

• Arrange travel and make reservations.
• Drive as part of a two-person team.
• Load and unload goods.
• Operate and drive trucks to transport goods.
• Inspect vehicle's condition.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma
  
  

Experience

Will train

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Work setting

• Various locations
  
  

Responsibilities

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
  
  

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Experience and specialization

Type of trucking and equipment

• Extended length tractor-trailer combination
• Tractor-trailer
  
  

Transportation/travel experience

• International
• Long-haul
• Provincial/territorial
  
  

Additional information

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
  
  

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
  
  

Other Benefits

• Other benefits