truck driver

Stargate Logistics; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company based in Peel Region is seeking skilled truck drivers. This role involves operating various types of trucks, ensuring the safe transport of goods, and providing exceptional customer service. Candidates must possess a valid AZ class license and have the ability to handle heavy loads while adhering to strict safety regulations.

Qualifications

• AZ class license required.
• Air Brakes Endorsement needed.
• Valid driver's license (Class 1 or A).

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods.
• Operate trucks to transport goods and inspect vehicles.

Skills

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Flexibility

Reliability

Team Player

Tools

GPS

Trip Recorder

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma
  
  

Experience

Experience an asset

On site

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

Work setting

• Various locations
• Willing to relocate
  
  

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Professionalism in customer service
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• 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
• Pay and receive payments for goods
• Perform brake adjustments
• 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
  
  

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• AZ class license
• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
  
  

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Trans-border documentation
• Trip reports
  
  

Type of trucking and equipment

• Dry bulk
• Flatbed
• Tractor-trailer
  
  

Communication systems experience

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

Transportation/travel experience

• International
• National
• Provincial/territorial
• Regional
  
  

Additional information

Security and safety

• Valid passport
• Bondable
• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)
• Drug test
• Medical exam
  
  

Transportation/travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight
  
  

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Handling heavy loads
• Physically demanding
• Sitting
  
  

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)
  
  

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
  
  

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player