truck driver, long haul

Rocket Transport Inc.; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated truck drivers to join their team in a dynamic and supportive environment. This role involves operating straight or articulated trucks, ensuring the safety and security of cargo, and performing essential vehicle inspections. Candidates will also coach colleagues on new techniques and manage documentation for international routes. With a commitment to employee growth and relocation costs covered, this position offers an exciting opportunity for those passionate about the transportation industry. If you're ready to drive your career forward, this could be the perfect fit for you!

Benefits

Relocation costs covered by employer

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and Air Brakes Endorsement required.
• Experience with long-haul and international trucking preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive trucks to transport goods and perform vehicle inspections.
• Coach colleagues on new methods and oversee vehicle condition.
• Obtain necessary permits for international transport.

Skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Reliability

Team player

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Cellular phone

GPS

CB radio

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

Will train

On site

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

Work setting

• Relocation costs covered by employer

Responsibilities
Tasks

• Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
• Drive as part of a two-person team or convoy
• Obtain special permits and other documents required to transport cargo on international routes
• 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
• 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
• 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

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Class 1/1F/A Licence (semi trailer trucks)
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge

• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trans-border documentation
• Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Refrigerated
• Tractor-trailer

Communication systems experience

• Citizens band (CB) radio
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience

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

Additional information
Security and safety

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

Transportation/travel information

• Drive manual transmission vehicle
• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel internationally
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Sitting

Weight handling

• Up to 9 kg (20 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Cellular phone

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player