truck driver, long haul

Employment and Social Development Canada; Brampton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in transportation is seeking a full-time truck driver in Brampton. The role involves operating and inspecting vehicles, loading/unloading goods, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates must hold the necessary licenses and have some experience in the field. This position offers a competitive hourly wage and requires a commitment to working at various locations.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license (Class 1 or A, Class 3 or D) required.
• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement and Defensive Driving Course needed.
• 7 months to less than 1 year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload goods, operate trucks for transport.
• Inspect vehicle conditions and perform necessary adjustments.
• Record cargo information and transport dangerous goods.

Skills

Driving

Vehicle Inspection

Cargo Handling

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS

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Job details

• Location Brampton , ON
• Salary 34.10 hourly / 32 to 40 hours per week
• Terms of employment Permanent employment Full time
• To be determined
• Starts as soon as possible
• Source Job Bank #3311588

Overview

Languages

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

7 months to less than 1 year

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

Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• 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
• Perform brake adjustments
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
• Transport and handle dangerous goods

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Defensive Driving Course
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)
• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience

Additional information

Security and safety

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

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel cross-border
• Willing to travel for extended periods
• Willing to travel overnight

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident of Canada with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Advertised until

2025-06-20

Important notice: This job posting was posted directly by the employer on Job Bank. The Government of Canada has taken steps to make sure it is accurate and reliable but cannot guarantee its authenticity.

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