long haul truck driver

Broadway Transport Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company in Winnipeg is seeking a skilled driver to join their team. The role involves long-haul driving, loading and unloading goods, and performing vehicle inspections. Candidates must hold a Class 1/A license and demonstrate attention to detail. This permanent position offers 40 to 60 hours of work per week, with physical demands on handling heavy loads.

Qualifications

• Class 1 / 1F / A Licence for semi-trailer trucks.
• Experience driving long-haul routes.
• Must be able to perform vehicle inspections.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a convoy or two-person team.
• Load and unload goods securely.
• Inspect and oversee vehicle condition and equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Handling heavy loads

Operating GPS

Driving experience

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS

Tractor-trailer

Job description

Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience : 7 months to less than 1 year

Tasks

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Load and unload goods
• 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
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Class 1 / 1F / A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Dangerous goods occurrence reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trans-border documentation
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Refrigerated
• Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• Trip recorder (on-board computer)

Transportation / travel experience

• Long-haul

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Work Term : Permanent
• Work Language : English
• Hours : 40 to 60 hours per week