long haul truck driver

Acme Transport Ltd.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company in Winnipeg seeks truck drivers willing to work on-site. Responsibilities include operating trucks, loading and unloading goods, and performing roadside repairs. No specific degree is required, but candidates must have a valid driver's license and the willingness to travel. This role offers on-the-job training and equal employment opportunities for diverse applicants.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be willing to travel across borders and for extended periods.
• Willingness to participate in on-the-job training is essential.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Operate trucks to transport goods and perform emergency repairs.
• Record cargo information, service hours, and fuel consumption.

Skills

Driving as part of a two-person team

Loading and unloading goods

Roadside repairs

Preventive maintenance

Communication with dispatch

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Tools

Air Brakes Endorsement

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma
  
  

Experience

Will train

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Load and unload goods
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform preventive maintenance
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
  
  

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
  
  

Additional information

Transportation/travel information

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

Employment groups

This employer promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including those self-identifying as a member of these groups:

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Assists with immediate settlement needs of newcomers and/or refugees (for example: housing, transportation, storage, childcare, winter clothing, etc.)
  
  

Support for youths

• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
  
  

Support for mature workers

• Provides staff with awareness training to create a welcoming work environment for mature workers