long haul truck driver

Ishmit Transport Ltd; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company in Winnipeg is seeking dedicated truck drivers for permanent positions. Responsibilities include driving trucks, loading and unloading goods, and performing vehicle inspections. Candidates should have a valid driver's license, be willing to travel long distances, and have the ability to perform physically demanding tasks. Training will be provided, making it suitable for those with no prior experience.

Benefits

Learning/training paid by employer

Team building opportunities

Qualifications

• Valid driver's licence and Air Brakes Endorsement required.
• Willing to travel for extended periods and overnight.
• Experience operating GPS and navigation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods.
• Operate and drive trucks for transportation.
• Inspect vehicle conditions and perform necessary checks.
• Record cargo information and hours of service.

Job description

Work Term : Permanent

Work Language : English

Hours : 40 to 60 hours per week

Education : No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience : Will train

Tasks

• Load and unload goods
• 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
• 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)

Documentation knowledge

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

Type of trucking and equipment

• Flatbed
• Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

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

Transportation / travel experience

• International
• Long-haul

Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Basic security clearance
• Bondable
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test
• Medical exam

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player

Other benefits

• Learning / training paid by employer
• Team building opportunities