Long Haul Truck Drivers

Upperline Transport Ltd.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A transportation company is seeking several long haul truck drivers in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The role requires a Class 1 Driver’s Licence and involves driving semi-trailer trucks. Candidates will perform vehicle inspections and complete necessary documentation. Full-time position offers competitive pay of $30.25 per hour or 48 cents per mile. This company welcomes applications from diverse groups.

Qualifications

• Must have a Class 1/1F/A Driver’s Licence and Air Brakes Endorsement.
• Experience is an asset but not required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive trucks to transport goods.
• Perform vehicle inspections before, en route, and after trips.
• Complete trans-border documentation and trip reports.

Skills

Class 1/1F/A Driver’s Licence

Manual transmission driving

GPS operation

Tarping cargo

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Trip recorder

Job description

Where: 205 Cartesian Gate, Winnipeg, ManitobaR2P 1W4
We are seeking 4 long haul truck drivers. Start date as soon as possible.
Salary $30.25 / hour or 48 cents per mile, whichever is more. Full time: 40-50 hours per week.

Requirements:

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience not required but is an asset
• Class 1/1F/A Driver’s Licence (semi trailer trucks), Air Brakes Endorsement
• Driver's validity licence check, Driving record check (abstract)
• Must be willing and able to drive manual transmission vehicle, maintain valid driver’s licence, travel overnight;
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment, Trip recorder (on-board computer); and
• 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
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle.

Must also be able to complete:

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

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Students, youth, veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, Indigenous Canadians, newcomers to Canada, seniors and apprentices are all welcome and encouraged to apply if qualified. Selection will be based on merit alone.