truck driver

ALAMGIR BROTHERS CARRIER INC.; Brampton; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company based in Brampton is seeking qualified Truck Drivers to join their team. The ideal candidates will be responsible for operating trucks, ensuring safety during transport, and performing necessary vehicle inspections and maintenance. A secondary school graduation certificate is required, while previous driving experience is a valued asset.

Qualifications

• Secondary school graduation certificate required.
• Experience in truck driving is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods.
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection of vehicles.
• Load and unload goods and ensure safety and security of cargo.

Skills

Customer Service

Route Planning

Preventive Maintenance

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

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
• Professionalism in customer service
• Load and unload goods
• 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
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

Experience

• Experience an asset