truck driver

Ontario Transway Inc.; Brampton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Transway Inc. is seeking a qualified Transport Truck Driver to manage the transportation of goods while ensuring customer service excellence. The role involves route planning, operating large vehicles, and maintaining vehicle conditions. Ideal candidates will have the necessary licenses and a commitment to safety, along with physical stamina to handle the demands of long-haul driving.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Health benefits

Qualifications

• AZ class license required.
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement needed.
• First Aid Certificate is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods.
• Plan routes using GPS and adjust for conditions.
• Coach colleagues on new methods.

Skills

Customer service

Route planning

Mountain driving expertise

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

CB radio

GPS

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience
  
  

Experience

1 to less than 7 months

On site

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

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
• Address customers' complaints or concerns
• Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
• Mountain driving expertise
• Professionalism in customer service
• Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
• Load and unload goods
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
• 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 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

• AZ class license
• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• First Aid Certificate
  
  

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Dangerous goods occurrence reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports
  
  

Type of trucking and equipment

• Tractor-trailer
  
  

Communication systems experience

• Citizens band (CB) radio
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment
• Trip recorder (on-board computer)
  
  

Transportation/travel experience

• Local
• Long-haul
• Provincial/territorial
• Regional
• Short-haul
  
  

Additional information

Security and safety

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Large workload
• Overtime required
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks
• Sitting
  
  

Weight handling

• Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs)
  
  

Own tools/equipment

• Cellular phone
• Steel-toed safety boots