truck driver

GULACHA BROTHERS TRUCKING INC; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

GULACHA BROTHERS TRUCKING INC in Ontario seeks an experienced truck driver for long-haul and local routes. You will plan routes, load and unload cargo, and ensure safety on the road using GPS and other navigation tools.

This role requires frequent travel, varying work locations, and operation of flatbed equipment. You will inspect vehicles, perform basic maintenance, and document cargo details and hours of service.

Qualifications

• High school graduation required, or equivalent.
• Experience considered an asset.
• Willingness to travel internationally and locally.

Responsibilities

• Plan or adjust routes using GPS to minimize fuel use and emissions.
• Load and unload goods.
• Obtain permits and documents for international cargo.
• Oversee vehicle condition, tires, lights, brakes, and equipment.
• Perform brake adjustments.
• Perform emergency roadside repairs.
• Conduct pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspections.
• Conduct preventive maintenance.
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel use.
• Tarp and secure cargo.
• Transport and handle dangerous goods.

Skills

Route planning

GPS navigation

Load handling

Vehicle inspection

Emergency repair

Safety compliance

Education

Secondary school diploma

Tools

GPS equipment

Flatbed equipment

Maintenance tools

Job description

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Experience an asset

On the road

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

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
• Load and unload goods
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routesOversee 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 and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Driver logbook
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Flatbed

Transportation/travel experience

• International
• Local
• Long-haul
• National
• Provincial/territorial