long haul truck driver

NORTHWEST FREIGHTWAYS LTD; Surrey; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

NORTHWEST FREIGHTWAYS LTD seeks a Truck Driver to join their team, responsible for operating trucks on various routes, loading/unloading goods, and ensuring vehicle safety and maintenance. The role entails travel across borders and may involve extended periods on the road. Applicants must hold a valid driver's license and certification, as well as demonstrate responsibility for loading and inspecting vehicles.

Qualifications

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.
• Certifications: Air Brake (Z) Endorsement, Driver's License (Class 1 or A).

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods and operate trucks.
• Perform inspections and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Basic security clearance

Driving record check

Ability to perform emergency roadside repairs

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS (Global Positioning System)

Job description

• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• 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
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Refrigerated
• Tractor-trailer
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation / travel experience

• International

Security and safety

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

Transportation / travel information

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities