long haul truck driver

FUTURISTIC TRANSPORT LTD; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company in Winnipeg is seeking a reliable truck driver to operate vehicles for long-haul deliveries. Responsibilities include performing vehicle inspections, maintaining driving logs, and ensuring cargo safety. A valid Class 1 or A driver's license is essential. This is a permanent position requiring a flexible team player willing to undertake overtime and travel internationally.

Benefits

Relocation costs covered by employer

Qualifications

• Valid driver's licence required.
• Willing to travel internationally for extended periods.
• Experience in driving straight or articulated trucks.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a team to transport goods.
• Oversee vehicle conditions and perform inspections.
• Record cargo information and hours of service.

Skills

Driving

Vehicle maintenance

Flexibility

Communication

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Job description

Education :

Expérience :

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work setting

• Willing to relocate
• Relocation costs covered by employer

Tasks

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trans-border documentation
• Trip reports

Transportation / travel experience

• International
• Long-haul

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel internationally

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Overtime required
• Sitting

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Team player

Experience

• Will train

Workplace information

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