long haul truck driver

Government of Canada; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading governmental agency in Winnipeg seeks a qualified truck driver. Ideal candidates must hold a Class 1 Licence and an Air Brake Endorsement. Responsibilities include loading and unloading goods, conducting vehicle inspections, and performing roadside repairs. Candidates must demonstrate reliability and attention to detail, with frequent travel involved. This is a full-time position, and training will be provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1/1F/A Licence for semi trailer trucks.
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement.
• Attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods.
• Perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections.
• Perform emergency roadside repairs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organized

Team player

Reliability

Efficient interpersonal skills

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Driver logbook

Job description

Overview Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Will train

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Responsibilities 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

Credentials Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

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

Experience and specialization Documentation knowledge

• Driver logbook

Additional information Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting

Personal suitability

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