long haul truck driver

New Deep Trucking Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A trucking company in Winnipeg is seeking a Truck Driver to transport goods locally and internationally. The role involves driving as part of a team, performing vehicle inspections, and managing cargo documentation. Candidates must have a Class 1 or A driver's license and be willing to travel across borders. Experience is an asset, and strong organizational skills are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in driving trucks is considered an asset.
• Must have valid driver's license and pass security checks.
• Willing to travel internationally and for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods.
• Obtain special permits for transporting cargo.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Organized

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Job description

Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience : Experience an asset

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 pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence 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
• Willing to travel internationally
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 40 to 60 hours per week