truck driver

Ontario Specialised Services; Guelph; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Ontario is looking for a dedicated long-haul driver. Candidates must hold an AZ class license and be willing to undergo training. Responsibilities include transporting cargo, performing vehicle inspections, and ensuring the safe handling of dangerous goods. This permanent position offers 40 to 60 hours per week, with mentorship opportunities available.

Benefits

Mentorship for newcomers and refugees

Networking opportunities for youth and Indigenous workers

Qualifications

• AZ class license required.
• Will train for experience.
• Valid driver's license mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods.
• Oversee vehicle condition and perform inspections.
• Transport and handle dangerous goods.

Skills

Emergency roadside repairs

Vehicle condition oversight

Cargo safety and security

Use of GPS

Preventive maintenance

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS

Job description

• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience : Will train

Tasks

• Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
• 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 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

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trip reports
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence

Support for newcomers and refugees

• Offers mentorship programs that pair newcomers and / or refugees with experienced employees

Support for youths

• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and / or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers
• Work Term : Permanent
• Hours : 40 to 60 hours per week

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