long haul truck driver

PLASMA TRUCKING LTD.; Surrey; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company is seeking truck drivers for permanent positions in Metro Vancouver. The ideal candidates will need a valid driver's licence and no formal education is required, as training will be provided. Responsibilities include driving as part of a convoy, loading and unloading goods, and maintaining vehicle conditions. Successful candidates should be prepared for an on-the-road job with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• No degree, certificate, or diploma required.
• Valid driver's licence necessary.
• Willingness to receive training.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks in a convoy and perform various driving tasks.
• Load and unload goods along designated routes.
• Perform vehicle maintenance and inspections.

Job description

Education : No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience : Will train

Work setting

• Various locations

Tasks

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Load and unload goods
• 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 emergency roadside repairs
• 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

Documentation knowledge

• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Transportation / travel experience

• Long-haul

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Workplace information

• On the road job
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 30 to 40 hours per week