long haul truck driver

karahewala transport; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local transportation company in Winnipeg is seeking a professional Driver. Responsibilities include planning routes, inspecting vehicles, and ensuring cargo safety. Applicants must hold a Class 1 Licence and Air Brakes Endorsement. Experience is considered an asset. This permanent position requires working 40 to 50 hours per week, with mileage compensation offered.

Benefits

Mileage paid

Qualifications

• Must have Air Brakes Endorsement.
• Class 1 / 1F / A Licence required for semi-trailer trucks.
• Experience in the field is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Plan or adjust routes to minimize fuel consumption.
• Inspect vehicle condition and perform maintenance tasks.
• Record cargo information and ensure safety of cargo.

Skills

Route planning

Vehicle inspection

Emergency roadside repairs

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS equipment

Driver logbook

Job description

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tasks

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
• 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
• 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
• Class 1 / 1F / A Licence (semi trailer trucks)

Documentation knowledge

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

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Experience

• Experience an asset

Financial benefits

• Mileage paid

• Durée de l'emploi : Permanent
• Langue de travail : Anglais
• Heures de travail : 40 to 50 hours per week