transport truck driver

SANKARS LOGISTICS INC.; Richmond; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in logistics is seeking dedicated drivers to join their dynamic team. This role involves transporting goods across various locations while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates will possess a strong customer service mindset, excellent driving skills, and the ability to work in a team. With opportunities for international travel and a focus on professionalism, this position offers a rewarding career path in the logistics sector. If you are ready to take on the challenges of the road and contribute to a thriving organization, this is the opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in driving and logistics.
• Must have AZ class license and Air Brake endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a team, loading and unloading goods.
• Inspect vehicle and perform maintenance tasks.
• Ensure safety and security of cargo during transport.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Driving Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS Navigation

Job description

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Work setting

• Various locations

Tasks

• Professionalism in customer service
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Load and unload goods
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AZ class license
• Class 1 / 1F / A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Dangerous goods occurrence reports
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation / travel experience

• International

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test

Transportation / travel information

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?

Experience

• 1 year to less than 2 years