Truck Driver

Civic Logistics & Distribution Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company based in Winnipeg is seeking a dedicated truck driver for a permanent position. Responsibilities include driving in a convoy, loading and unloading goods, and conducting various vehicle inspections. Applicants should have a valid Class 1 or A driver's license and a secondary school graduation certificate. This role offers a competitive structure in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• Valid driver's licence required.
• Experience driving a tractor-trailer for long-haul and short-haul trips.
• 2 to 3 years of driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy.
• Load and unload goods.
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip vehicle inspections.

Skills

Mountain driving expertise

Attention to detail

Efficient interpersonal skills

Team player

Patience

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS (Global Positioning System)

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

Overview

Work Term: Permanent. Work Language: English. Hours: 30 to 40 hours per week. Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Experience: 2 years to less than 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Mountain driving expertise
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Load and unload goods
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• 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

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Bill of lading
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation / travel experience

• Long-haul
• Short-haul

Security and safety

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

Transportation / travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Hardworking
• Patience

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?

Workplace information

• On the road job

Other benefits

• Free parking available

Supports for visible minorities

• Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example : anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)