long haul truck driver

Newmoon Express; Surrey; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company in Canada is hiring a truck driver to operate vehicles and transport goods. The role is permanent with a requirement for a valid Class 1 driver's license and willingness to travel internationally. Training will be provided to successful candidates, emphasizing vehicle safety and communication with dispatch.

Benefits

Relocation costs covered by employer

On the job training

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and Fire Brakes endorsement.
• Willingness to travel cross-border and internationally required.
• Experience will be provided, trainable in role.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Operate and drive trucks to transport goods and materials.
• Inspect vehicle condition and oversee trip inspections.

Skills

Operate trucks

Vehicle inspection

Communication with dispatch

Education

Secondary school graduation certificate

Tools

Air Brakes endorsement

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Job description

Qualifications

• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience : Will train

Work setting

• Various locations
• Relocation costs covered by employer

Tasks

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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
• 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
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Transportation / travel experience

• International
• Long-haul
• National
• Provincial / territorial
• Regional

Transportation / travel information

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

Workplace information

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