truck driver

Stargate Logistics Ltd.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Peel Region seeks a dedicated truck driver for permanent employment. Responsibilities include driving vehicles, loading/unloading cargo, and performing inspections. Candidates should possess strong customer service skills and the ability to manage detailed information. A valid passport and readiness for travel are essential. Join us to contribute to efficient logistics services.

Qualifications

• Valid passport required.
• Criminal record check needed.
• Willing to travel for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks to transport goods and materials.
• Load and unload goods.
• Inspect vehicle conditions and perform preventive maintenance.

Skills

Professionalism in customer service

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Tools

GPS (Global Positioning System)

On-board computer (Trip recorder)

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Job Details

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 40 to 60 hours per week
• Education: No degree, certificate or diploma
• Experience: Experience an asset

Work Setting

• Various locations
• Willing to relocate

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

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

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 demandingsi>
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player

Government programs

• Recognized employer