long haul truck driver

Singh Ways Trucklines Ltd; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company is seeking a truck driver in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The candidate will be responsible for loading and unloading goods, conducting vehicle inspections, and ensuring safe transport of cargo. A Class 1 licence and air brake endorsement are required. The role involves working 40 to 60 hours per week in a physically demanding environment. Training is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's licence is required.
• Familiarity with driver logbooks and inspection reports.
• Experience in handling dangerous goods is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods efficiently as per safety protocols.
• Oversee vehicle condition and conduct inspections.
• Record cargo information including hours of service and fuel consumption.

Skills

Attention to detail

Efficient interpersonal skills

Reliability

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Class 1 / 1F / A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Job description

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tasks

• Load and unload goods
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Perform brake adjustments
• 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
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Class 1 / 1F / A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement

Documentation knowledge

• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Large workload
• Physically demanding

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking
• Patience

Experience

• Will train

Workplace information

• On the road job
• Durée de l\'emploi : Permanent
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 40 to 60 hours per week