long haul truck driver

Emerging Fleet Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company in Winnipeg is seeking a Truck Driver. Responsibilities include driving as part of a team, obtaining permits for international transport, and overseeing vehicle conditions. Candidates must have a valid Class 1 or A driver's license and Air Brakes Endorsement. The role offers a permanent, full-time position with approximately 40 hours of work per week.

Qualifications

• Experience in driving trucks is an asset.
• Ability to perform emergency roadside repairs.
• Pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspection of vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Obtain and manage required permits for international routes.
• Record cargo information and service hours.

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Team player

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Air Brakes Endorsement

Job description

Education : No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience : Experience an asset

Tasks

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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
• 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)

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Workplace information

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