truck driver

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

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Truck Driver to join their team in Winnipeg. The role involves driving a tractor-trailer, loading goods, inspecting vehicles, and working as part of a two-person convoy. Ideal candidates will have valid Class 1 or A driver's license, Air Brake endorsement, and experience in the field. The job requires physical fitness and the ability to travel overnight, with overtime as needed.

Benefits

Free parking available

Qualifications

• 2 years to less than 3 years experience in similar role.
• Valid driver's license (Class 1 or A) required.
• Air Brake (Z) endorsement necessary.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Efficient interpersonal skills

Team player

Hardworking

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS (Global Positioning System)

Tractor-trailer

Steel-toed safety boots

Job description

• Education : Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience : 2 years to less than 3 years

Tasks

• 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
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

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

Transportation / travel experience

Security and safety

• 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

• Overtime required
• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Hardworking
• 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.)